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 Fort Washington and the Prince George's County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Fort Washington
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fort Washington. 4 of them are based in Fort Washington itself, and other nearby bases include Alexandria (24), Waldorf (3), and Arlington (2). Of those, 14 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The closest is Three J's Company, about 0.7 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention washer work | 20 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 2.2 |
First up for Fort Washington: SK Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (9.5 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (4.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (6.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not spinning.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Local Notes for Fort Washington
Most washer calls in Fort Washington 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.
Questions to Ask a Fort Washington Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Fort Washington, MD
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Washer Repair by Brand in Fort Washington
Washing Machine Repair Near Fort Washington
Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Fort Washington technician a trip for parts.