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. The Culpeper 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 Culpeper
Within 30 miles of Culpeper there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Culpeper, and other nearby bases include Fredericksburg (4), Stafford (4), and Warrenton (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 3 list washer or dryer work specifically. NTS Appliance Pros is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Culpeper. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Culpeper. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 2.0, 6.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
The leading options for Culpeper are Piedmont Appliance Repair, Inc (2.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 26 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (29.2 miles away, based in Fredericksburg, 4.0 stars from 294 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.1 miles away, based in Warrenton, 4.2 stars from 166 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brooks Appliance Repair and Electric (27.5 miles away, based in Fredericksburg, 4.9 stars from 323 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Culpeper, VA
Most washer calls in Culpeper 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 Culpeper
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Culpeper, VA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Other Washer Repair in Culpeper
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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 Culpeper technician can then bring the right parts for either one.