Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Poquoson that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Poquoson
40 repair companies serve Poquoson from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Norfolk (8), Hampton (5), and Portsmouth (5). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Gateway Appliance Experts, around 2.5 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.4 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 5.3, 6.3 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 57 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Poquoson list: Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (22.8 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Tabb, 4.6 stars from 476 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Specialist (6.7 miles away, based in Hampton, 4.6 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.4 miles away, based in Chesapeake, 4.4 stars from 615 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. 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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Poquoson. 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Poquoson Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Poquoson 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 Poquoson
- 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?
- 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: Poquoson, VA
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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 Poquoson technician can then bring the right parts for either one.