When a washer quits in Garrison, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Garrison list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Garrison, MD
Within 30 miles of Garrison there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Baltimore (18), Parkville (4), and Randallstown (3). Distances run up to about 13 miles. The closest is Town Appliance, about 0.5 miles away. Of those, 10 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 35 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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 2.0, 2.2 |
First up for Garrison: Fix Appliance Baltimore County (4.4 miles away, based in Reisterstown, 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NT Appliances Repair Service (2.2 miles away, based in Randallstown, 4.9 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (4.9 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Howard County (9.5 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Garrison, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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.
Laundry Notes for Garrison, MD
Most washer calls in Garrison 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Garrison
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Garrison, MD
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Garrison
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Before you call a Garrison technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.