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 Ashburn that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Ashburn VA
Within 30 miles of Ashburn there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Ashburn, and the rest are spread across Herndon (7), Chantilly (7), and Sterling (6). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Five Star Ashburn Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Ashburn. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 37 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 55 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.6, 2.2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
At the top of the Ashburn list: Herndon Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (10.9 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ashburn Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 171 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Total Appliances Service (10.0 miles away, based in Chantilly, 4.4 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Ashburn. 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$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 Ashburn Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Ashburn 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.
Questions to Ask a Ashburn Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ashburn, VA
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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 Ashburn technician can then bring the right parts for either one.