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 Friendly.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Friendly, MD
40 repair companies serve Friendly from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Alexandria (18), Arlington (5), and Fort Washington (4). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. Of those, 12 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: Bell Appliance Repair - MD, around 0.9 miles out. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Friendly. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.1, 2.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
| Mention washers | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
The leading options for Friendly are Appliance Care (6.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (9.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Friendly quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
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
What Friendly Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Friendly 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)
Before You Book in Friendly
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Friendly, MD
Do you cover Friendly and nearby towns?
Why won't my washer drain?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Friendly technician gets at the parts.