A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Staunton and the Staunton County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Staunton
We found 30 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Staunton. 3 of them are based in Staunton itself, and other nearby bases include Charlottesville (4), Lynchburg (4), and Fishersville (3). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. 5 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Roberts' Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 2.0 miles from Staunton. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Staunton is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Staunton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 30 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.1, 2.4 |
At the top of the Staunton list: Sears Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.4 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (55.1 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Washer Problems Technicians See in Staunton
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Staunton
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
Before the Visit
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Staunton, VA
Washer calls in Staunton 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)
Before You Book in Staunton
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Staunton, VA
Do you cover Staunton and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Staunton technician can then plan for both on one visit.