When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Forestville.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Forestville
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Forestville. 2 list an address in Forestville, and the rest are spread across Washington (16), Hillcrest Heights (2), and Upper Marlboro (2). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. 9 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is Executive Cellular, TV and Appliances, about 0.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Mention washers | 12 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 1.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
Closest matches for Forestville: UltraFix Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (4.0 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Forestville
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Forestville quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
What to Have Ready
- 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
Local Notes for Forestville
Washer calls in Forestville 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 Forestville Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Forestville, MD
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Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Forestville technician gets at the parts.