Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Glenmont and the Montgomery County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Glenmont
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Glenmont. The rest are spread across Silver Spring (13), Rockville (9), and Bethesda (5). Nearest on the list: TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC, around 1.0 miles out. 6 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Glenmont. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.9, 2.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
The leading options for Glenmont are ABV Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (5.8 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (1.0 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Around Glenmont
Most washer calls in Glenmont 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 Glenmont Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Glenmont, MD
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Do you cover Glenmont and nearby towns?
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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 Glenmont technician a trip for parts.