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. The companies below serve McNair and the Fairfax County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near McNair
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of McNair. The rest are spread across Chantilly (8), Herndon (7), and Sterling (6). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Nearest on the list: Ready Appliance Repair Herndon LLC, around 0.1 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 54 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.2, 0.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Mention washers | 12 |
The leading options for McNair are Herndon Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (4.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ashburn Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Ashburn, 4.7 stars from 171 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Total Appliances Service (4.5 miles away, based in Chantilly, 4.4 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Washer will not spin or agitate
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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 McNair
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a McNair quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
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 McNair
Washer calls in McNair 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 McNair
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: McNair, VA
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A McNair technician can then plan for both on one visit.