Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Travilah that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Travilah
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Travilah. The rest are spread across Gaithersburg (11), Rockville (11), and Bethesda (6). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Nearest on the list: Elite Potomac Appliance Repair, around 3.3 miles out. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Travilah. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 4.4, 4.6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
Closest matches for Travilah: Fuse Service Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABV Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (5.6 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Travilah. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Travilah, MD
Most washer calls in Travilah come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Travilah Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Travilah, MD
Why won't my washer spin?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.