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 Seven Corners that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Seven Corners VA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Seven Corners. The rest are spread across Arlington (14), Falls Church (13), and Alexandria (10). Distances run up to about 4 miles. Nearest on the list: Reliable Arlington Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. Of those, 13 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.8 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.
| Mention washer work | 17 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.4, 1.3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 17 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Seven Corners list: Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (3.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (3.0 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Services (3.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GLS Appliance & HVAC Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- 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
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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 front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Seven Corners. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
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 Seven Corners Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Seven Corners 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.
Questions to Ask a Seven Corners Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Seven Corners, VA
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Other Washer Repair in Seven Corners
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Seven Corners
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.