Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Martinsville, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Martinsville, VA
We found 13 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Martinsville. The rest are spread across Eden (3), Bassett (2), and Danville (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: Randall's Appliances & Plumbing, around 10.5 miles out. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Martinsville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.5, 11.7, 12.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Mention washer work | 0 |
Closest matches for Martinsville: Triad Appliance Repair Services (19.5 miles away, based in Mayodan, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews); Randall's Appliances & Plumbing (10.5 miles away, based in Bassett, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews); Brooks Appliance & Repair LLC (29.2 miles away, based in Reidsville, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews); Patrick Henry Appliance Services (13.8 miles away, based in Patrick Springs, 3.0 stars from 2 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
The Usual Washer Culprits in Martinsville
What Gets Fixed on a Martinsville Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
Local Notes for Martinsville
Most washer calls in Martinsville 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.
Before You Book in Martinsville
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Martinsville, VA
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Washer Repair by Brand in Martinsville
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Before you call a Martinsville 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.