When a washer quits in McLean, 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. 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.
Local Washing Machine Repair in McLean, VA
40 repair companies serve McLean from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in McLean, and other nearby bases include Falls Church (10), Bethesda (10), and Vienna (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. 8 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Ace McLean Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from McLean. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from McLean. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.5, 2.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
At the top of the McLean list: ABV Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (5.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
The Usual Washer Culprits in McLean
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer smells like mildew.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in McLean, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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.
What McLean Owners Should Know
Fairfax Water, which supplies McLean, reports hardness of 5-10 grains per gallon (about 84-170 mg/L), moderately hard to hard; varies by location and rainfall. 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: Fairfax Water FAQ: How "hard" is our water?
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 McLean
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: McLean, VA
Why won't my washer spin?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Washer Repair by Brand in McLean
Washing Machine Repair Near McLean
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 McLean technician a trip for parts.