A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. The Radford list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Radford VA
Our data shows 33 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Radford. Other nearby bases include Roanoke (9), Princeton (3), and Christiansburg (2). 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 8.4 miles from Radford. The 30 rated companies in range average 3.8 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Radford is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Radford. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 33 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.4, 8.4, 17.1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
Closest matches for Radford: Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Christiansburg, 4.3 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Peerless Appliance Services (37.5 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (33.4 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.1 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliances Repair and Sales LLC (36.8 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- 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
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Radford. 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Laundry Notes for Radford, VA
Most washer calls in Radford 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 Radford
- 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 a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Radford, VA
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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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.