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 Landover and the Prince George's County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Landover
40 repair companies serve Landover from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Washington (12), Hyattsville (4), and Takoma Park (3). ProFix Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Landover. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Landover. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 2.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
At the top of the Landover list: SK Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (3.0 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); UltraFix Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Landover
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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
What Landover Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Landover 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 Landover
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Landover, MD
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Before you call a Landover 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.