When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Kings Park.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Kings Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kings Park. Other nearby bases include Springfield (12), Fairfax (10), and West Springfield (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Of those, 11 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Assured Appliance Repair Service INC is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Kings Park. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kings Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 15 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 1.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
The leading options for Kings Park are Nova Fix Appliance (4.7 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (4.1 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Services (5.8 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Kings Park quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Kings Park, VA
Washer calls in Kings Park 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)
Before You Book in Kings Park
- 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?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Kings Park, VA
Do you cover Kings Park and nearby towns?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Dryer Repair in Kings Park
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Kings Park technician gets at the parts.