In North Kensington, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. We sort the North Kensington listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near North Kensington
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of North Kensington. Other nearby bases include Bethesda (12), Silver Spring (9), and Rockville (8). A+ Kensington Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from North Kensington. 7 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.8, 0.8 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
At the top of the North Kensington list: ABV Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (5.5 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (3.5 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
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 North Kensington 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for North Kensington, MD
Washer calls in North Kensington 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 North Kensington
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: North Kensington, MD
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Do you cover North Kensington and nearby towns?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Other Dryer Repair in North Kensington
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the North Kensington technician gets at the parts.