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. Below are the companies within reach of Leonardtown, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Leonardtown
Within 60 miles of Leonardtown there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Woodbridge (7), Alexandria (5), and Waldorf (4). The farthest listed company is about 41 miles out. 15 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 17.6 miles out. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Leonardtown is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 21 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 17.6, 18.7, 19.7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
The leading options for Leonardtown are Appliance Guys (19.7 miles away, based in Huntingtown, 5.0 stars from 227 reviews); SK Appliance Repair (39.2 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in Prince Frederick, 4.3 stars from 478 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tolo Appliances LLC (41.0 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Leonardtown
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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 Leonardtown, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Leonardtown Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Leonardtown 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 Leonardtown
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Leonardtown, MD
What should I check before calling?
Do you cover Leonardtown and nearby towns?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Leonardtown
Washing Machine Repair Near Leonardtown
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 Leonardtown technician a trip for parts.