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 White Oak and the Montgomery County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near White Oak
40 repair companies serve White Oak from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Silver Spring (13), Kensington (4), and Beltsville (3). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.1 miles out. 4 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from White Oak. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 6 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.3, 1.3 |
Closest matches for White Oak: ABV Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); Trusted Home Experts (9.2 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (3.4 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Washer Problems Technicians See in White Oak
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 White Oak quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
Have These Handy
- 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
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for White Oak, MD
Washer calls in White Oak 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in White Oak
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: White Oak, MD
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
More Laundry Repair in White Oak, MD
Washer & Dryer Repair Near White Oak
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A White Oak technician can then plan for both on one visit.