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 South Boston list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving South Boston, VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of South Boston. The rest are spread across Durham (11), Roxboro (4), and Burlington (3). Distances run up to about 54 miles. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Buchanan Appliance Service Inc., around 21.7 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. South Boston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Boston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 21.7, 21.8, 24.6 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 58 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
First up for South Boston: Sears Appliance Repair (47.7 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina (52.2 miles away, based in Durham, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Durham Appliance Thrift and Repair LLC (51.2 miles away, based in Durham, 4.9 stars from 173 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (54.1 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.4 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
The Usual Washer Culprits in South Boston
What Gets Fixed on a South Boston Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not spinning.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in South Boston
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?
- 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?
- 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?
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.
Around South Boston
Most washer calls in South Boston 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near South Boston
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: South Boston, VA
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Which areas near South Boston do these technicians cover?
Why won't my washer drain?
Why won't my washer spin?
Washer Repair by Brand in South Boston
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Before you call a South Boston 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.