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 Lowes Island.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Lowes Island, VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lowes Island. The rest are spread across Ashburn (7), Herndon (7), and Sterling (6). 4 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Sterling Appliance is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Lowes Island. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 36 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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 2.7, 4.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Mention washers | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 52 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Lowes Island list: Fuse Service Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (11.2 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (11.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Lowes Island
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Lowes Island quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Lowes Island, VA
Washer calls in Lowes Island 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 Lowes Island
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lowes Island, VA
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do you cover Lowes Island and nearby towns?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Dryer Repair in Lowes Island
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lowes Island
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Lowes Island technician gets at the parts.