A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Hollins listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Hollins
Our data shows 17 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hollins. The rest are spread across Roanoke (9), Christiansburg (2), and Vinton (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. 5 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Chuck's Appliance Services/ is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Hollins. The 14 rated companies in range average 3.7 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.9, 2.8 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Mention washers | 5 |
Closest matches for Hollins: Peerless Appliance Services (0.9 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.1 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliances Repair and Sales LLC (6.4 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.2 miles away, based in Christiansburg, 4.3 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
And on the Dryer Side
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:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Hollins
Washer calls in Hollins 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 Hollins
- 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?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hollins, VA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Which areas near Hollins do these technicians cover?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Hollins technician gets at the parts.