Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Lake of the Woods, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lake of the Woods
35 repair companies serve Lake of the Woods from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Stafford (11), Fredericksburg (7), and Dumfries (4). 7 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Johnson Appliance Repair, around 8.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake of the Woods. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 35 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.3, 13.0, 13.5 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
First up for Lake of the Woods: Mr. Appliance of Fredericksburg (20.1 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.8 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Fredericksburg, 4.0 stars from 294 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tolo Appliances LLC (28.5 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Onspot Appliance Repair LLC (29.9 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lake of the Woods. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
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.
What Lake of the Woods Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Lake of the Woods 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 Lake of the Woods
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake of the Woods, VA
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Other Washer Repair in Lake of the Woods
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lake of the Woods
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.