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 Mount Vernon list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Mount Vernon
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mount Vernon. The rest are spread across Alexandria (21), Springfield (10), and Lorton (4). 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is A A Appliances Repair Services Inc, about 1.1 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.1, 3.8 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 17 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 17 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Mount Vernon list: Appliance Care (3.8 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (7.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (5.5 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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 draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Mount Vernon. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Mount Vernon, VA
Most washer calls in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mount Vernon, VA
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More Washing Machine Repair in Mount Vernon, VA
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Mount Vernon
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 Mount Vernon technician can then bring the right parts for either one.