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 Lake Shore.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Lake Shore
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Shore. The rest are spread across Baltimore (12), Glen Burnie (4), and Edgewater (3). Nearest on the list: Custom Care Appliance Services, around 1.4 miles out. 9 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 37 rated companies in range average 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 3.8, 5.6 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washers | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
Closest matches for Lake Shore: Landers Appliance (15.9 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (8.8 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Appliance Guys (12.3 miles away, based in Edgewater, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.2 stars from 908 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a 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 Lake Shore
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Lake Shore quote:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
What Lake Shore Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Lake Shore 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)
Questions to Ask a Lake Shore Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Shore, MD
Do you cover Lake Shore and nearby towns?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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 Lake Shore technician gets at the parts.