In Mount Vernon, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Mount Vernon and the Fairfax County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Mount Vernon
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mount Vernon. The rest are spread across Alexandria (21), Springfield (10), and Lorton (4). 10 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is A A Appliances Repair Services Inc, about 1.1 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.1, 3.8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Mention washers | 17 |
At the top of the Mount Vernon list: Appliance Care (3.8 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (7.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (5.5 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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 Mount Vernon
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Mount Vernon quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Mount Vernon, VA
Washer calls in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Mount Vernon
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Mount Vernon technician can then plan for both on one visit.