Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Kings Park that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Kings Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kings Park. Other nearby bases include Springfield (12), Fairfax (10), and West Springfield (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Of those, 11 mention washer or dryer work by name. Assured Appliance Repair Service INC is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Kings Park. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kings Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 1.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
The leading options for Kings Park are Nova Fix Appliance (4.7 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (4.1 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Services (5.8 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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 leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Kings Park. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Laundry Notes for Kings Park, VA
Most washer calls in Kings Park 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 Kings Park
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Kings Park, VA
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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.