A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Chillum and the Prince George's County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Chillum, MD
Within 30 miles of Chillum there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Washington (20), Silver Spring (7), and Hyattsville (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. 2 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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) | 0.3, 1.0, 1.1 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
At the top of the Chillum list: ABV Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (8.4 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (8.7 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Chillum
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Chillum
Washer calls in Chillum 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)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Chillum
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Chillum, MD
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Chillum do these technicians cover?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
More Laundry Repair in Chillum, MD
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Chillum
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Chillum technician gets at the parts.