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 Leisure World and the Montgomery County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Leisure World, MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Leisure World. Other nearby bases include Rockville (12), Silver Spring (9), and Kensington (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. 6 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rockville Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Leisure World. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Leisure World. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.5, 2.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
First up for Leisure World: Trusted Home Experts (4.5 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); ABV Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (2.4 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
The Usual Washer Culprits in Leisure World
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
Do not let children play in, on or with a washer, and remove the lid or door before a washer is discarded or taken out of service so a child cannot become trapped inside. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Leisure World, 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- 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?
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.
What Leisure World Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Leisure World 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 Leisure World
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Leisure World, MD
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Washer Repair by Brand in Leisure World
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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 Leisure World technician a trip for parts.