Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. The Charlottesville list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Charlottesville, VA
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Charlottesville. 4 list an address in Charlottesville, and the rest are spread across Fishersville (3), Gordonsville (1), and Orange (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. Nearest on the list: Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists, around 0.6 miles out. 2 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The 11 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Charlottesville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.1, 2.9 |
At the top of the Charlottesville list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair of Louisa LLC (25.9 miles away, based in Louisa, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews); Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists (0.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Charlottesville
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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 Charlottesville Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Charlottesville, VA
Why is there water left in my washer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is there anything I can try first?
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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 Charlottesville technician a trip for parts.