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 Chesapeake and the Chesapeake County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Chesapeake, VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Chesapeake. 7 of them are based in Chesapeake itself, and other nearby bases include Virginia Beach (15), Norfolk (8), and Portsmouth (5). Nearest on the list: Mandarin Appliance Repair Specialist, around 3.0 miles out. Of those, 9 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 35 businesses.
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 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 7.6, 7.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 48 |
At the top of the Chesapeake list: Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (15.0 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); Beach Appliance Service, LLC (11.4 miles away, based in Virginia Beach, 4.9 stars from 89 reviews); East Coast Appliance Builder Direct (18.7 miles away, based in Virginia Beach, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in Virginia Beach, 4.3 stars from 200 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
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
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
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:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
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.
Around Chesapeake
Most washer calls in Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake Washer Technician
- 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?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Chesapeake, VA
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What does a washer repair usually cost?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Chesapeake
Washing Machine Repair Near Chesapeake
Before you call a Chesapeake technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.