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 South Boston that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, South Boston VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of South Boston. Other nearby bases include Durham (11), Roxboro (4), and Burlington (3). Distances run up to about 54 miles. The closest is Buchanan Appliance Service Inc., about 21.7 miles away. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses. South Boston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 21.7, 21.8, 24.6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 58 |
At the top of the South Boston list: AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina (52.2 miles away, based in Durham, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.7 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.9 miles away, based in Durham, 4.5 stars from 385 reviews, lists Saturday hours); One Source Appliance Repair (58.3 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.6 stars from 135 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in South Boston. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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.
Around South Boston
Most washer calls in South Boston 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 South Boston
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: South Boston, VA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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.