In Travilah, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Travilah.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Travilah
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Travilah. The rest are spread across Gaithersburg (11), Rockville (11), and Bethesda (6). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Nearest on the list: Elite Potomac Appliance Repair, around 3.3 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Travilah. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Mention washers | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 4.4, 4.6 |
Closest matches for Travilah: Fuse Service Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABV Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (5.6 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
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 Travilah quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Travilah, MD
Washer calls in Travilah 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.
Questions to Ask a Travilah Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Travilah, MD
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Travilah technician gets at the parts.