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 Damascus listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Damascus
40 repair companies serve Damascus from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Damascus itself, and the rest are spread across Gaithersburg (14), Rockville (6), and Germantown (5). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. Of those, 4 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: JB Appliance Service, LLC, around 0.8 miles out. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Damascus. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.1, 5.4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
At the top of the Damascus list: Fuse Service Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (13.0 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (16.7 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Montgomery County, MD (7.4 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.7 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Washer Problems Technicians See in Damascus
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Damascus, MD
Washer calls in Damascus 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.
Questions to Ask a Damascus Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Damascus, MD
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Damascus technician gets at the parts.