Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Bridgewater, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Bridgewater VA
13 repair companies serve Bridgewater from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Bridgewater, and other nearby bases include Staunton (3), Fishersville (3), and Harrisonburg (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 2 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: HomePro Elite Services, around 0.5 miles out. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 6.9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
At the top of the Bridgewater list: Sears Appliance Repair (21.3 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.5 miles away, based in Staunton, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HomePro Elite Services (0.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VA Commercial Repair Solutions (19.5 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- 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
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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 Bridgewater Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Bridgewater 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Bridgewater
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Bridgewater, VA
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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 Bridgewater technician can then bring the right parts for either one.