When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Chesapeake Beach listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Chesapeake Beach, MD
Within 30 miles of Chesapeake Beach there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Waldorf (4), Fort Washington (4), and Edgewater (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Metropolitan Services Inc is the nearest, roughly 3.9 miles from Chesapeake Beach. Of those, 17 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 39 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.9, 8.1, 9.5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Mention washers | 19 |
Closest matches for Chesapeake Beach: Appliance Guys (8.1 miles away, based in Huntingtown, 5.0 stars from 227 reviews); SK Appliance Repair (22.0 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (20.0 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Appliance Guys (17.0 miles away, based in Edgewater, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full 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 Chesapeake Beach quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Chesapeake Beach
Washer calls in Chesapeake Beach 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Chesapeake Beach
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Chesapeake Beach, MD
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Chesapeake Beach technician can then plan for both on one visit.