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. The companies below serve Colesville and the Montgomery County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Colesville
40 repair companies serve Colesville from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Silver Spring (13), Rockville (4), and Kensington (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. The closest is TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC, about 1.8 miles away. Of those, 3 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Colesville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 1.9, 2.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Colesville are ABV Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); Trusted Home Experts (8.1 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (1.8 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
And on the Dryer Side
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 Colesville
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Colesville quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Colesville
Washer calls in Colesville 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 Colesville
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Colesville, MD
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
More Laundry Repair in Colesville, MD
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Colesville
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Colesville technician can then plan for both on one visit.