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 Fredericksburg and the Fredericksburg County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Fredericksburg, VA
40 repair companies serve Fredericksburg from within 30 miles. 7 of them are based in Fredericksburg itself, and the rest are spread across Woodbridge (15), Stafford (11), and Dumfries (4). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.4 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.1, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 52 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
The leading options for Fredericksburg are Mr. Appliance of Fredericksburg (9.6 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.8 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.0 stars from 294 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Geek Inc (23.8 miles away, based in Woodbridge, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tolo Appliances LLC (20.3 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Fredericksburg Owners Should Know
City of Fredericksburg water system (supplied mainly from the Motts Run Water Treatment Plant on the Rappahannock River), which supplies Fredericksburg, reports hardness of 21-57 mg/L, averaging 32 mg/L (soft). Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: City of Fredericksburg - 2020 Annual Water Quality Report
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 Fredericksburg
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fredericksburg, VA
Do you cover Fredericksburg and nearby towns?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Dryer Repair in Fredericksburg
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fredericksburg
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Fredericksburg technician gets at the parts.