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 Abingdon that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Abingdon
31 repair companies serve Abingdon from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Abingdon, and the rest are spread across Johnson City (4), Bristol (3), and Kingsport (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Abingdon is inside its regular service area.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 31 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 11.9, 14.5 |
First up for Abingdon: Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.2 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (34.1 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.0 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Abingdon. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Abingdon, VA
Most washer calls in Abingdon 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Abingdon
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Abingdon, VA
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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 Abingdon technician can then bring the right parts for either one.