A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving College Park and the Prince George's County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in College Park, MD
40 repair companies serve College Park from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Silver Spring (10), Washington (10), and Hyattsville (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. 2 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, Installation, about 2.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from College Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 2.4, 2.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
First up for College Park: ABV Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (8.1 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (7.9 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in College Park
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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 College Park
Most washer calls in College Park 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in College Park
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: College Park, MD
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why won't my washer drain?
Why is my washer leaking?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, College Park
Washing Machine Repair Near College Park
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in College Park faster and cheaper.