Washer & Dryer Repair in Essex, MD

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 Essex and the Baltimore County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.

Washer & Dryer Repair Near Essex

We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Essex. 1 of them are based in Essex itself, and the rest are spread across Baltimore (20), Parkville (4), and Towson (3). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. Nearest on the list: G Appliances, around 2.0 miles out. 10 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.

Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Essex. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.

Closest matches for Essex: Landers Appliance (3.2 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Bel Air (14.8 miles away, based in Bel Air, 4.7 stars from 467 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (12.9 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Racz Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Parkville, 4.4 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).

Common Washer Symptoms

• Washer will not spin or agitate
• Washer fills slowly or not at all
• Lid or door will not unlock

Dryer Problems Worth a Call

• Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
• Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
• Drum turns but the air stays cool

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 Essex

Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Essex quote:

• Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
• Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
• Drain pump replacement: $300–$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?
• 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.

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
• The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel

Dryer Notes for Essex, MD

Washer calls in Essex most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.

How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Essex

• What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
• Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
• What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?

Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Essex, MD

Related Repair Pages for Essex

Washer & Dryer Repair Near Essex

Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Essex technician can then plan for both on one visit.