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. The Pimmit Hills list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Pimmit Hills
Within 30 miles of Pimmit Hills there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Falls Church (14), Arlington (6), and McLean (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Falls Church Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Pimmit Hills. 10 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
The leading options for Pimmit Hills are Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (3.0 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (4.3 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Solutions Plus (6.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (5.4 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
The Usual Washer Culprits in Pimmit Hills
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Pimmit Hills
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
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
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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 Pimmit Hills
Most washer calls in Pimmit Hills 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 Pimmit Hills
- 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?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Pimmit Hills, VA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Find Your Washer Brand in Pimmit Hills
Washing Machine Repair Near Pimmit Hills
Before you call a Pimmit Hills 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.