When a washer quits in Silver Spring, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. Below are the companies within reach of Silver Spring, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Silver Spring
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Silver Spring. 8 list an address in Silver Spring, and other nearby bases include Bethesda (8), Washington (7), and Kensington (4). Nearest on the list: Refresh Appliance Services, around 0.5 miles out. 5 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 29 businesses.
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| Mention washer work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 0.7 |
At the top of the Silver Spring list: ABV Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (9.2 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (5.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
The Usual Washer Culprits in Silver Spring
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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 Silver Spring, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
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 Silver Spring Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Silver Spring 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.
Before You Book in Silver Spring
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Silver Spring, MD
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Before you call a Silver Spring 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.