Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Staunton and the Staunton County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Staunton
We found 30 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Staunton. 3 of them are based in Staunton itself, and the rest are spread across Charlottesville (4), Lynchburg (4), and Fishersville (3). 5 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is Roberts' Appliance Service, about 2.0 miles away. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Staunton is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.1, 2.4 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 30 |
Closest matches for Staunton: Sears Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.4 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (55.1 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
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
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Staunton, VA
Most washer calls in Staunton 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 Staunton
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Staunton, VA
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
What does a washer repair usually cost?
What should I check before calling?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Washer Repair by Brand in Staunton
Washing Machine Repair Near Staunton
Before you call a Staunton 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.