A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Odenton.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Odenton
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Odenton. Other nearby bases include Laurel (6), Glen Burnie (4), and Crofton (3). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. H&Ms Appliances Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.6 miles from Odenton. 7 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 38 businesses.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.6, 4.1, 4.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
The leading options for Odenton are Mr. Appliance of Howard County (15.9 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (11.5 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Bowie, 4.3 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Odenton quote:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
Before the Visit
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Odenton
Washer calls in Odenton 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.
Before You Book in Odenton
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Odenton, MD
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Odenton technician gets at the parts.