In Arnold, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Arnold and the Anne Arundel County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Arnold
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Arnold. Other nearby bases include Baltimore (6), Glen Burnie (4), and Edgewater (3). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Custom Care Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Arnold. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Arnold. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 4.4, 4.7 |
First up for Arnold: Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (4.7 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Landers Appliance (20.0 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); Appliance Guys (8.3 miles away, based in Edgewater, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Stevensville, 4.5 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Washer Problems Technicians See in Arnold
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Arnold quote:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Have These Handy
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Arnold
Washer calls in Arnold most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
The Maryland Board of Plumbing issues master, journey and apprentice natural gas fitter licenses and a propane gas fitter certificate, and recognizes certain Baltimore County and WSSC gas fitter licenses. Source: Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions ยง 12-302 (Maryland General Assembly)
Before You Book in Arnold
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Arnold, MD
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Arnold technician gets at the parts.