A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Short Pump listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Short Pump
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Short Pump. Other nearby bases include Richmond (26), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (3). The closest is Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 32 businesses.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 48 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 3.7, 4.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
At the top of the Short Pump list: East Coast Appliance (4.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (10.3 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (6.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Washer Problems Technicians See in Short Pump
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Short Pump
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Short Pump quote:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Short Pump
Washer calls in Short Pump 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Short Pump
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Short Pump, VA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Other Dryer Repair in Short Pump
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Short Pump
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Short Pump technician can then plan for both on one visit.