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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Fort Belvoir that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Fort Belvoir
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fort Belvoir. 1 of them are based in Fort Belvoir itself, and other nearby bases include Alexandria (16), Springfield (12), and Lorton (4). Distances run up to about 8 miles. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is AAA Fort Belvoir Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fort Belvoir. 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 | 16 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.7, 3.2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 16 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
The leading options for Fort Belvoir are Appliance Care (5.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (7.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (4.3 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- 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
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: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
What Fort Belvoir Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Fort Belvoir 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 Fort Belvoir
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fort Belvoir, VA
Why won't my washer spin?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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.