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. The Lake Ridge list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lake Ridge
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Ridge. The rest are spread across Woodbridge (24), Springfield (5), and Lorton (4). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Of those, 10 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: AAA Appliance Master, around 0.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 37 businesses.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.6, 1.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
The leading options for Lake Ridge are Appliance Geek Inc (5.1 miles away, based in Woodbridge, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (9.0 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tolo Appliances LLC (8.4 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Lake Ridge
Most washer calls in Lake Ridge 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Lake Ridge
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Ridge, VA
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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.