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 Wolf Trap and the Fairfax County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Wolf Trap
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Wolf Trap. Other nearby bases include Fairfax (11), Falls Church (7), and Vienna (5). 7 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Nearest on the list: TrueCare Reston Appliance Repair, around 2.5 miles out. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 5.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wolf Trap. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 2.8, 2.8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
The leading options for Wolf Trap are Nova Fix Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (7.6 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (5.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Leaks under or behind the washer
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a 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 Wolf Trap quote:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Wolf Trap, VA
Washer calls in Wolf Trap 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Wolf Trap
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Wolf Trap, VA
Which areas near Wolf Trap do these technicians cover?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Other Dryer Repair in Wolf Trap
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Wolf Trap
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Wolf Trap technician gets at the parts.