Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. The companies below serve Wheaton and the Montgomery County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Wheaton, MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Wheaton. 1 list an address in Wheaton, and other nearby bases include Silver Spring (11), Bethesda (11), and Rockville (6). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories, around 0.9 miles out. 6 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.7, 1.7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Wheaton: ABV Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (5.8 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (2.5 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Wheaton Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Wheaton 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 Wheaton
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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: Wheaton, MD
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Wheaton technician gets at the parts.