Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Who Repairs Washers Near Fredericksburg
40 repair companies serve Fredericksburg from within 30 miles. 7 of them are based in Fredericksburg itself, and other nearby bases include Woodbridge (15), Stafford (11), and Dumfries (4). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 52 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
At the top of the Fredericksburg list: Mr. Appliance of Fredericksburg (9.6 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.8 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tolo Appliances LLC (20.3 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Geek Inc (23.8 miles away, based in Woodbridge, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Onspot Appliance Repair LLC (21.8 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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 Fredericksburg
City of Fredericksburg water system (supplied mainly from the Motts Run Water Treatment Plant on the Rappahannock River), which supplies Fredericksburg, reports hardness of 21-57 mg/L, averaging 32 mg/L (soft). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of Fredericksburg - 2020 Annual Water Quality Report
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 Fredericksburg Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Fredericksburg, VA
Why is there water left in my washer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Fredericksburg
Washing Machine Repair Near Fredericksburg
Before you call a Fredericksburg 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.