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. 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.
Washer Technicians Serving Lake Barcroft, VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Barcroft. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (14), Falls Church (13), and Arlington (9). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. The closest is Sears Heating and Air Conditioning, about 1.1 miles away. 13 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Barcroft. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Mention washer work | 17 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Lake Barcroft list: Appliance Repair Services (2.5 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (3.8 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (3.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Solutions Plus (2.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Lake Barcroft
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 inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Local Notes for Lake Barcroft
Most washer calls in Lake Barcroft 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Lake Barcroft
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lake Barcroft, VA
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Lake Barcroft faster and cheaper.