A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Farmville that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Farmville VA
Within 60 miles of Farmville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Farmville itself, and the rest are spread across Richmond (16), Lynchburg (4), and Charlottesville (4). The farthest listed company is about 54 miles out. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is ABC Appliance Repair, about 10.6 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Farmville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Farmville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.6, 23.8, 41.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
First up for Farmville: Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (48.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.4 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (45.8 miles away, based in North Chesterfield, 4.2 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (54.9 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
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
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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 spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Farmville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Around Farmville
Most washer calls in Farmville 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.
Questions to Ask a Farmville Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Farmville, VA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
More Washing Machine Repair in Farmville, VA
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Farmville
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 Farmville technician can then bring the right parts for either one.