When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Fair Lakes and the Fairfax County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Fair Lakes, VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fair Lakes. The rest are spread across Fairfax (14), Centreville (6), and Chantilly (6). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Nearest on the list: Pro Fairfax Appliance Repair Team, around 2.0 miles out. 8 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 38 businesses.
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| Mention washers | 12 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.1, 2.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 50 |
Closest matches for Fair Lakes: Nova Fix Appliance (4.3 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (2.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (8.4 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- 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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Fair Lakes, VA
Washer calls in Fair Lakes 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 Fair Lakes
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fair Lakes, VA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Fair Lakes technician gets at the parts.