When a washer quits in Franklin Farm, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Franklin Farm and the Fairfax County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Franklin Farm, VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Franklin Farm. The rest are spread across Fairfax (9), Chantilly (8), and Herndon (7). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Easy Go Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Franklin Farm. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.1, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 54 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
Closest matches for Franklin Farm: Nova Fix Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (2.2 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Foremost Repairs, Inc. (5.0 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.6 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
The Usual Washer Culprits in Franklin Farm
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Franklin Farm
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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
Do not make an airtight seal between the drain hose and the standpipe or restrict the hose; standpipe height limits vary by model (Maytag's high-efficiency guide allows 18 to 96 inches). Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$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?
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.
Local Notes for Franklin Farm
Most washer calls in Franklin Farm 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Franklin Farm
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Franklin Farm, VA
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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 Franklin Farm technician a trip for parts.