In Roanoke, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. We sort the Roanoke listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Roanoke
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Roanoke. 9 list an address in Roanoke, and the rest are spread across Christiansburg (2), Vinton (1), and Salem (1). The closest is GE Appliance Services, about 1.0 miles away. Of those, 5 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 3.7 stars across 14 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Roanoke. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.1, 2.9 |
Closest matches for Roanoke: Peerless Appliance Services (4.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.1 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliances Repair and Sales LLC (2.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Christiansburg, 4.3 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Roanoke quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- 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?
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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
Around Roanoke
Washer calls in Roanoke 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Roanoke
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Roanoke, VA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do you cover Roanoke and nearby towns?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Other Dryer Repair in Roanoke
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Roanoke technician gets at the parts.