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 Hillcrest Heights listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Hillcrest Heights
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hillcrest Heights. 2 list an address in Hillcrest Heights, and the rest are spread across Washington (20), Arlington (5), and Alexandria (4). Of those, 9 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Nifty Lifty Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.3, 2.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Mention washers | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Hillcrest Heights: Appliance Care (8.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (6.9 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Washer Repair Involves
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 Hillcrest Heights
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Hillcrest Heights quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Hillcrest Heights Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Hillcrest Heights 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Hillcrest Heights
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hillcrest Heights, MD
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Hillcrest Heights technician can then plan for both on one visit.