A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Colonial Heights.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Colonial Heights
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Colonial Heights. 3 list an address in Colonial Heights, and other nearby bases include Richmond (24), Petersburg (4), and Midlothian (2). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Colonial Heights. Of those, 5 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 26 businesses.
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.
| Mention washers | 9 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.3, 2.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
The leading options for Colonial Heights are East Coast Appliance (20.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (27.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (28.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Colonial Heights quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Colonial Heights, VA
Washer calls in Colonial Heights 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Colonial Heights
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Colonial Heights, VA
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Other Dryer Repair in Colonial Heights
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Colonial Heights technician gets at the parts.