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 Orange and the Orange County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Orange
Within 30 miles of Orange there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Orange, and other nearby bases include Charlottesville (4), Culpeper (2), and Gordonsville (1). Of those, 2 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Dunaway Appliance Service, about 3.0 miles away. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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.
| Mention washers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 13.4, 16.2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
Closest matches for Orange: Sears Appliance Repair (22.9 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Piedmont Appliance Repair, Inc (18.2 miles away, based in Culpeper, 4.6 stars from 26 reviews); Quality Appliance Repair of Louisa LLC (16.2 miles away, based in Louisa, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews); Dunaway Appliance Service (3.0 miles away, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Washer Problems Technicians See in Orange
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Orange quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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 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
- Any error code on the display
What Orange Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Orange 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Orange
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Orange, VA
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Other Dryer Repair in Orange
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Orange
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Orange technician gets at the parts.