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 East Highland Park.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near East Highland Park
40 repair companies serve East Highland Park from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Richmond (27), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (3). The closest is R & G Spurlock, about 0.4 miles away. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Highland Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 52 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.7, 1.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
Closest matches for East Highland Park: East Coast Appliance (9.9 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (12.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (7.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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 East Highland Park quote:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What East Highland Park Owners Should Know
Washer calls in East Highland Park 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
The Board for Contractors licenses gas fitting contractors and individual gas fitter, natural gas fitter and liquefied petroleum gas fitter tradesmen. Source: 18VAC50-30-10, Definitions (Individual License and Certification Regulations)
Questions to Ask a East Highland Park Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: East Highland Park, VA
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A East Highland Park technician can then plan for both on one visit.