A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Reisterstown and the Baltimore County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Reisterstown
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Reisterstown. 2 of them are based in Reisterstown itself, and the rest are spread across Baltimore (13), Westminster (4), and Randallstown (3). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. 11 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Batteries Plus Phone Repair, around 0.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Reisterstown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.7, 4.4 |
Closest matches for Reisterstown: Mr. Appliance of Howard County (12.5 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (9.4 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Appliance Baltimore County (0.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scott and Sons Appliance Repair & Dryer Vent Cleaning (12.1 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Reisterstown
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Reisterstown Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Reisterstown 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 Reisterstown
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Reisterstown, MD
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why won't my washer drain?
Do you cover Reisterstown and nearby towns?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Reisterstown technician gets at the parts.