A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Manassas.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Manassas
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Manassas. 10 list an address in Manassas, and other nearby bases include Centreville (6), Gainesville (5), and Woodbridge (5). Distances run up to about 10 miles. 8 list washer and dryer repair specifically. MP HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Manassas. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Manassas. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.6, 2.2 |
Closest matches for Manassas: Nova Fix Appliance (11.4 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (10.2 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, 4.1 stars from 225 reviews, lists Saturday hours); USA General Contractors (6.7 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Manassas quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Manassas Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Manassas 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.
Questions to Ask a Manassas Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Manassas, VA
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Manassas
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Manassas technician can then plan for both on one visit.