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 Broadway and the Rockingham County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Broadway
We found 36 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Broadway. The rest are spread across Charlottesville (4), Staunton (3), and Fishersville (3). Distances run up to about 59 miles. 6 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is Matt's Appliance Service Inc, about 1.9 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars. Broadway is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 36 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Mention washers | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 11.7, 16.5 |
The leading options for Broadway are Sears Appliance Repair (37.1 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.0 miles away, based in Staunton, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.3 miles away, based in Winchester, 4.3 stars from 364 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.7 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin or agitate
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
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
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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- 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?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Broadway
Washer calls in Broadway most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Broadway
- 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?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Broadway, VA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer drain?
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What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Broadway technician gets at the parts.