When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Montrose listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Montrose
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Montrose. Other nearby bases include Richmond (26), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (2). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Of those, 7 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: Hobart Service, around 2.5 miles out. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Mention washers | 9 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 3.5, 3.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 53 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
At the top of the Montrose list: East Coast Appliance (12.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (12.3 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (10.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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?
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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Montrose
Washer calls in Montrose 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 Montrose
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Montrose, VA
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why won't my washer drain?
Which areas near Montrose do these technicians cover?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Montrose
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Montrose technician gets at the parts.