In Franklin Farm, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Franklin Farm and the Fairfax County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Franklin Farm, VA
40 repair companies serve Franklin Farm from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Fairfax (10), Chantilly (8), and Herndon (7). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Nearest on the list: Easy Go Appliance Repair, around 1.7 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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 | 13 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 54 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
Closest matches for Franklin Farm: Nova Fix Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (2.2 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (7.9 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Visit
- 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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Franklin Farm
Washer calls in Franklin Farm 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Franklin Farm
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Franklin Farm, VA
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Franklin Farm
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Franklin Farm technician can then plan for both on one visit.