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 Chamberlayne, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Chamberlayne
Within 30 miles of Chamberlayne there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Richmond (25), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (3). Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. J. Dan Clay Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Chamberlayne. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 49 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.4, 2.6 |
Closest matches for Chamberlayne: Mr. Appliance of Richmond (3.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Glen Allen, 4.4 stars from 194 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (4.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- 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
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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 Chamberlayne. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Local Notes for Chamberlayne
Most washer calls in Chamberlayne 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 Chamberlayne
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Chamberlayne, VA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Chamberlayne
If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.