Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. We sort the Harrisonburg listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Harrisonburg
13 repair companies serve Harrisonburg from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Harrisonburg itself, and the rest are spread across Staunton (3), Fishersville (3), and Bridgewater (2). Distances run up to about 25 miles. Of those, 2 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Tech Harrisonburg, around 0.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 11 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 | 2 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 5.6, 6.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
The leading options for Harrisonburg are Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.6 miles away, based in Staunton, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HomePro Elite Services (5.6 miles away, based in Bridgewater, 5.0 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Star Appliance Repair llc (22.0 miles away, based in Stanley, 5.0 stars from 27 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Harrisonburg
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Harrisonburg quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Harrisonburg
Washer calls in Harrisonburg 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.
Before You Book in Harrisonburg
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Harrisonburg, VA
Which areas near Harrisonburg do these technicians cover?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Harrisonburg technician gets at the parts.