Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Montclair list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Montclair
Within 30 miles of Montclair there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Montclair, and the rest are spread across Woodbridge (24), Stafford (5), and Dumfries (4). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. Appliance Tech Pro is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Montclair. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.1, 2.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
Closest matches for Montclair: Appliance Geek Inc (2.2 miles away, based in Woodbridge, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tolo Appliances LLC (3.5 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Fredericksburg (13.5 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.8 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
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 washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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 Montclair Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Montclair 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 Montclair
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Montclair, VA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Montclair
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Montclair technician can then bring the right parts for either one.