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. The Takoma Park list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Takoma Park, MD
40 repair companies serve Takoma Park from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Takoma Park, and other nearby bases include Washington (14), Silver Spring (7), and Hyattsville (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Takoma Park Local Appliance Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Takoma Park. 3 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Takoma Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.6, 0.7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
Closest matches for Takoma Park: ABV Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (7.0 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Takoma Park
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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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 Takoma Park Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Takoma Park 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 Takoma Park
- 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?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Takoma Park, MD
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Takoma Park faster and cheaper.