Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Washington, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Washington
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Washington. 4 of them are based in Washington itself, and the rest are spread across Goldsboro (4), Jacksonville (4), and New Bern (3). Appliance Doctor is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Washington. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 23 businesses. Washington is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 3.9, 5.1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 28 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
At the top of the Washington list: Cavalry Appliance Service (32.1 miles away, based in New Bern, 4.9 stars from 535 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (19.8 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.3 stars from 220 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JB Appliance Solutions (57.3 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.9 stars from 638 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (51.4 miles away, based in Goldsboro, 4.7 stars from 225 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Washington. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Washington Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Washington 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Washington Washer Technician
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Washington, NC
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Other Washer Repair in Washington
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Washington
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Washington technician can then bring the right parts for either one.