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 Cascades list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Cascades
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cascades. Other nearby bases include Ashburn (8), Herndon (7), and Sterling (6). Nearest on the list: Swift Sterling Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out. 4 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 37 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cascades. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 53 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 2.2, 2.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Cascades: Fuse Service Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (13.0 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
The Usual Washer Culprits in Cascades
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Cascades
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Cascades
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:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Cascades, VA
Most washer calls in Cascades 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 Cascades
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Cascades, VA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
How much does washing machine repair cost in Cascades?
Why won't my washer spin?
Washer Repair by Brand in Cascades
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Cascades faster and cheaper.