Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. We sort the Cape St. Claire listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Cape St. Claire, MD
Within 30 miles of Cape St. Claire there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Baltimore (8), Glen Burnie (4), and Edgewater (3). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. 9 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Custom Care Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 4.4 miles from Cape St. Claire. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cape St. Claire. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.4, 5.8, 6.6 |
The leading options for Cape St. Claire are Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (5.8 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Landers Appliance (20.2 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Stevensville, 4.5 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Guys (9.6 miles away, based in Edgewater, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Cape St. Claire quote:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Before the Visit
- 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
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Cape St. Claire
Washer calls in Cape St. Claire 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)
Questions to Ask a Cape St. Claire Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cape St. Claire, MD
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Which areas near Cape St. Claire do these technicians cover?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Cape St. Claire technician gets at the parts.