Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving La Plata and the Charles County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near La Plata
40 repair companies serve La Plata from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Woodbridge (11), Alexandria (6), and Waldorf (4). Distances run up to about 19 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 6.1 miles from La Plata. 14 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 37 businesses.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.1, 7.3, 7.5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 20 |
At the top of the La Plata list: Vision Appliance Repair (19.1 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (17.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ProTech Appliance Repair Inc (17.6 miles away, based in Lorton, 4.9 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tolo Appliances LLC (19.1 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
The Usual Washer Culprits in La Plata
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in La Plata
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
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
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in La Plata, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around La Plata
Most washer calls in La Plata 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in La Plata
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: La Plata, MD
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Brand-Specific Washer Repair, La Plata
Washing Machine Repair Near La Plata
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 La Plata technician a trip for parts.