Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Taneytown list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Taneytown
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Taneytown. The rest are spread across Frederick (8), Westminster (4), and Hanover (4). Distances run up to about 29 miles. The closest is McGlaughlin's Refrigeration and Appliance Service, about 10.2 miles away. Of those, 12 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 39 businesses.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 44 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.2, 10.7, 10.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
The leading options for Taneytown are Sears Appliance Repair (14.5 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.6 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Appliance Baltimore County (24.1 miles away, based in Reisterstown, 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scott and Sons Appliance Repair & Dryer Vent Cleaning (13.7 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NT Appliances Repair Service (28.2 miles away, based in Randallstown, 4.9 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
The Usual Washer Culprits in Taneytown
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning 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
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
To prevent siphoning, Whirlpool's instructions limit the drain hose to no more than 8 inches inside a standpipe that is at least 2 inches across and 39 to 96 inches tall, measured from the bottom of the washer. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Taneytown, 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Taneytown, MD
Most washer calls in Taneytown 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 Taneytown
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Taneytown, MD
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Taneytown faster and cheaper.