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 Orange 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 Orange
Within 30 miles of Orange there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Orange, and other nearby bases include Charlottesville (4), Culpeper (2), and Gordonsville (1). Of those, 2 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Dunaway Appliance Service, about 3.0 miles away. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 13.4, 16.2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
Closest matches for Orange: Sears Appliance Repair (22.9 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Piedmont Appliance Repair, Inc (18.2 miles away, based in Culpeper, 4.6 stars from 26 reviews); Quality Appliance Repair of Louisa LLC (16.2 miles away, based in Louisa, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews); Dunaway Appliance Service (3.0 miles away, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting 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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Orange. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What Orange Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Orange 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 Orange
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Orange, VA
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Other Washer Repair in Orange
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Orange
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.