When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Ellicott City and the Howard County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Ellicott City, MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Ellicott City. 1 list an address in Ellicott City, and other nearby bases include Baltimore (14), Columbia (6), and Randallstown (3). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. 9 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Howard County, around 1.0 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Mention washers | 11 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 3.6, 4.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Ellicott City are Mr. Appliance of Howard County (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (11.7 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Appliance Baltimore County (12.3 miles away, based in Reisterstown, 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Ellicott City quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Ellicott City, MD
Washer calls in Ellicott City 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 Ellicott City
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ellicott City, MD
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Do you cover Ellicott City and nearby towns?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ellicott City
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Ellicott City technician gets at the parts.