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 Rose Hill list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Rose Hill
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Rose Hill. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (24), Springfield (7), and Falls Church (6). 12 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Pion's Appliance Services, around 1.2 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 18 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Mention washer work | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.7, 1.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
First up for Rose Hill: Appliance Care (2.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (2.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Services (2.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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 roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Around Rose Hill
Most washer calls in Rose Hill 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 Rose Hill
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Rose Hill, VA
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.