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 Kettering and the Prince George's County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washer Technicians Serving Kettering, MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kettering. The rest are spread across Washington (7), Hyattsville (4), and Bowie (3). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Of those, 9 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Tanzanite Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Kettering. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kettering. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.9, 4.9 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
The leading options for Kettering are SK Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (2.9 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Appliance Guys (12.8 miles away, based in Edgewater, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.9 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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 Kettering
Most washer calls in Kettering 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 Kettering
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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: Kettering, MD
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer drain?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Kettering
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Before you call a Kettering 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.