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 Richmond list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Richmond
Within 30 miles of Richmond there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 25 list an address in Richmond, and the rest are spread across Mechanicsville (5), Midlothian (2), and Glen Allen (2). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Richmond, around 1.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Richmond. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 51 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.5, 1.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Richmond: Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (7.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in North Chesterfield, 4.2 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (2.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Richmond Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
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
Before replacing a washer in Richmond, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 Richmond Owners Should Know
The Monument Avenue Historic District, a 14-block stretch west of downtown lined largely with mansions and townhouses built from the 1890s to about 1930, is a National Historic Landmark. Source: Virginia Department of Historic Resources: Monument Avenue Historic District
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 Richmond
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Richmond, VA
Why is there water left in my washer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Washer Repair by Brand in Richmond
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Before you call a Richmond 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.