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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Williamsburg and the Williamsburg County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Williamsburg
Within 30 miles of Williamsburg there are 22 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Williamsburg itself, and the rest are spread across Hampton (5), Yorktown (4), and Gloucester (3). 4 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Best Day Appliance, around 0.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 18 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 | 4 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.4, 1.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 22 |
First up for Williamsburg: Best Day Appliance (0.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Tabb, 4.6 stars from 476 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 305 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Specialist (26.8 miles away, based in Hampton, 4.6 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 Williamsburg
Most washer calls in Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Williamsburg, VA
Why is my washer leaking?
Why won't my washer drain?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
What should I check before calling?
Washer Repair by Brand in Williamsburg
Washing Machine Repair Near Williamsburg
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Williamsburg faster and cheaper.