Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Meadowbrook list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Meadowbrook, VA
40 repair companies serve Meadowbrook from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Richmond (24), Mechanicsville (4), and Colonial Heights (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. Of those, 5 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The closest is Apex Appliance Service & Repair, Llc, about 3.0 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 27 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.
| Mention washer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 3.3, 4.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 50 |
First up for Meadowbrook: Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (16.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (14.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in North Chesterfield, 4.2 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (9.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water 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
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Meadowbrook
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:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Meadowbrook
Most washer calls in Meadowbrook 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 Meadowbrook
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Meadowbrook, VA
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Why is there water left in my washer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is there anything I can try first?
Washer Repair by Brand in Meadowbrook
Washing Machine Repair Near Meadowbrook
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 Meadowbrook technician a trip for parts.