Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Cascades list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Cascades
Within 30 miles of Cascades there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Ashburn (8), Herndon (7), and Sterling (6). Distances run up to about 11 miles. 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Swift Sterling Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Cascades. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cascades. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 53 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 2.2, 2.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
The leading options for Cascades are Fuse Service Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (13.0 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (11.4 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Cascades. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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.
Around Cascades
Most washer calls in Cascades 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Cascades
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cascades, VA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
More Washing Machine Repair in Cascades, VA
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Cascades
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 Cascades technician can then bring the right parts for either one.