Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Bon Air, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Bon Air
40 repair companies serve Bon Air from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Richmond (25), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. The closest is 488 Group, about 1.2 miles away. 6 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.9, 2.2 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
Closest matches for Bon Air: Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (9.2 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in North Chesterfield, 4.2 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (6.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
The Usual Washer Culprits in Bon Air
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Bon Air, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 Bon Air Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Bon Air 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.
Before You Book in Bon Air
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Bon Air, VA
Why is there water left in my washer?
Do you cover Bon Air and nearby towns?
Why won't my washer spin?
What should I check before calling?
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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 Bon Air technician a trip for parts.