Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The University of Virginia list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near University of Virginia
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of University of Virginia. Other nearby bases include Charlottesville (4), Fishersville (3), and Gordonsville (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. The closest is Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists, about 2.1 miles away. Of those, 2 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 11 businesses.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.8, 3.4 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
Closest matches for University of Virginia: Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.6 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Davis Appliances LLC (2.8 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 3.9 stars from 106 reviews); Quality Appliance Repair of Louisa LLC (27.6 miles away, based in Louisa, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in University of Virginia. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 University of Virginia Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in University of Virginia 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 University of Virginia
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: University of Virginia, VA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.