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 Abingdon and the Washington County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Abingdon
We found 31 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Abingdon. 1 of them are based in Abingdon itself, and the rest are spread across Johnson City (4), Bristol (3), and Kingsport (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. 6 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Abingdon. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Abingdon is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 31 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 11.9, 14.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
First up for Abingdon: Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (34.1 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (32.2 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.0 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Abingdon Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
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
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Abingdon
Before replacing a washer in Abingdon, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Around Abingdon
Most washer calls in Abingdon 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Abingdon Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Abingdon, VA
What does a washer repair usually cost?
Is there anything I can try first?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Washer Repair by Brand in Abingdon
Washing Machine Repair in Nearby Cities
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Abingdon faster and cheaper.