When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Mechanicsville and the Hanover County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Mechanicsville, VA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mechanicsville. 5 list an address in Mechanicsville, and the rest are spread across Richmond (27), Ashland (3), and Glen Allen (2). 8 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Nearest on the list: Advantage Appliance Repair Pro, around 1.9 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 31 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.0, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
At the top of the Mechanicsville list: East Coast Appliance (10.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (15.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (7.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Mechanicsville
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 Mechanicsville
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Mechanicsville quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Mechanicsville Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Mechanicsville 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 Mechanicsville
- 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?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mechanicsville, VA
Why won't my washer drain?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do you cover Mechanicsville and nearby towns?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Mechanicsville technician gets at the parts.