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 Countryside, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Countryside
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Countryside. The rest are spread across Ashburn (8), Herndon (7), and Sterling (6). Distances run up to about 11 miles. 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Swift Sterling Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 53 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.5, 1.7 |
At the top of the Countryside list: Fuse Service Appliance Repair (12.9 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (14.3 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (11.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Countryside, VA
Most washer calls in Countryside 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 Countryside
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Countryside, VA
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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 Countryside technician can then bring the right parts for either one.