A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near South Run.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving South Run, VA
Within 30 miles of South Run there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Springfield (12), Woodbridge (9), and Lorton (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Of those, 7 mention washer and dryer repair by name. ARG Appliance Repairs General is the nearest, roughly 2.8 miles from South Run. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Run. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 2.9, 3.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
The leading options for South Run are Vision Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (6.9 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (5.5 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 1st Appliance Repair Company (8.1 miles away, based in Woodbridge, 4.9 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in South Run
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What South Run Owners Should Know
Washer calls in South Run 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)
Questions to Ask a South Run Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: South Run, VA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Dryer Repair in South Run
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the South Run technician gets at the parts.