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. The Massanetta Springs list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Massanetta Springs VA
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Massanetta Springs. The rest are spread across Staunton (3), Fishersville (3), and Bridgewater (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Appliance Repair Tech Harrisonburg, about 4.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 12 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Massanetta Springs. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.3, 6.8, 7.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
The leading options for Massanetta Springs are Sears Appliance Repair (22.0 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Staunton, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.1 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HomePro Elite Services (6.8 miles away, based in Bridgewater, 5.0 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Massanetta Springs. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Massanetta Springs, VA
Most washer calls in Massanetta Springs 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Massanetta Springs
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Massanetta Springs, VA
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Massanetta Springs
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.