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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Lexington, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Lexington VA
Our data shows 38 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Lexington. 1 of them are based in Lexington itself, and the rest are spread across Roanoke (9), Lynchburg (4), and Charlottesville (4). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. The closest is Rockbridge Appliance Repair, about 2.4 miles away. Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 33 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lexington is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 5.7, 25.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 38 |
First up for Lexington: Peerless Appliance Services (40.5 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (31.9 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.7 miles away, based in Staunton, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
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
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: 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:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Lexington
Most washer calls in Lexington 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 Lexington
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lexington, VA
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.