A Samsung washer shook hard and showed a UE (unbalanced load) error on spin.
Repair: Replaced all four suspension rods.
Washington, DC
Washer Repair in Washington, DC
A washer that shakes with a UE code, won't drain or leaks from underneath can usually be fixed in place, which matters in a rowhouse basement. We repair washers across D.C. and give you a firm price first.
Appliance Surgeon offers same-day and next-day visits to DC homes and buildings. The $75 diagnostic visit is credited to the repair, labor starts at $200 on about 9 in 10 repairs, and every repair carries a 90-day parts-and-labor warranty.
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Same-day and next-day visits.
Open 7 days until 10 PM (Sundays from 10 AM)
Diagnostic visit: $75, or $115 for a double unit.
Credited toward your repair when you approve the quote.
90-day warranty on parts and labor, and a written quote before any work starts.
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D.C. notes
Washers in D.C. basements and closets
One D.C. job in the cards below was a Samsung that shook violently and showed a UE (unbalanced) error on spin. The fix was all four suspension rods. Samsung top-loaders hang the tub on four suspension rods, and once they wear, every spin turns into a struggle, even with a balanced load.
Two requests listed here cover the other common faults: a Bosch in Adams Morgan leaking from the bottom, and a Samsung in Foggy Bottom that wasn't draining fully and left clothes very wet.
In a rowhouse the washer is often in the basement, and getting a new one down narrow stairs adds real cost on top of the machine itself. Condo closets have the same problem in a different form. That's a good reason to fix a washer that only needs suspension, a pump or a door boot.
If your washer leaves clothes soaking, clean the drain pump filter before booking, then try a spin-only cycle with a small load.
Completed repairs
Completed washer repair in Washington, DC
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Local requests
Washer repair requests in DC
A Bosch washer was leaking from the bottom.
What our technicians usually find: a torn door boot gasket, a leaking pump or tub seal, or a loose or cracked hose.
A Samsung washer was not fully draining, leaving clothes very wet.
What our technicians usually find: a clogged drain pump filter, a failed drain pump or a kinked drain hose.
Company data; customer details are kept private. “What our technicians usually find” is the common cause of that problem, confirmed by our team. The technician confirms the cause on site before quoting.
Repair details
Before the technician arrives
The checklist our technicians follow on every visit is on the Washer Repair page.
Before the visit:
Leave the washer accessible, save the error code and tell us whether the issue happens on every cycle or only with certain loads.
Seeing an error code on the display? Look it up: LG washer, Samsung washer, Whirlpool washer, GE washer, Bosch washer, Frigidaire washer, Miele washer, or browse all error codes.
Helpful guides
Washer Repair guides from our technicians
Before you book in Washington, DC, these guides explain the most common symptoms, which checks are safe to try yourself, and when a technician should take over. All guides.
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Where else do we repair washers near DC?
We also provide washer repair in Arlington, VA, washer repair in Chillum, MD, washer repair in Bethesda, MD, washer repair in Alexandria, VA and washer repair in College Park, MD.
This location is part of our washer repair coverage across the DC metro area. See all appliance repair services in Washington, DC.
Neighborhoods we regularly cover in Washington, DC: Georgetown, Capitol Hill, Dupont Circle, Logan Circle, Shaw, Columbia Heights, Petworth, Brookland, Navy Yard and NoMa.
Frequently asked questions
Washer Repair in Washington, DC FAQ
Can someone come fix my washer today in Washington, DC?
We're based in Alexandria, about 7 miles from Washington, DC. Same-day and next-day appointments are available when the technician route has open windows; call or book online for the earliest option. Appointments cost the same on weekdays, evenings and weekends - our hours run 8 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday and 10 AM to 10 PM on Sunday, all at one standard rate.
Many washer repairs are completed in a single visit once the technician has diagnosed the fault and confirmed the parts on hand. If a specific part has to be ordered, we schedule a short return visit to finish the job.
How much does it cost to fix a washer in Washington, DC?
Appliance Surgeon charges $75 for the diagnostic visit, or $115 for a double unit (such as a double wall oven, washer-dryer combo or stacked laundry), and the fee is credited toward the repair if you approve the quote. Labor starts at $200 and stays there on about 9 in 10 repairs; more complex jobs can reach $450. Parts are extra and listed in the quote. Drain pumps, lid locks and belts are typically modest repairs; bearings and control boards cost more. You approve an exact quote after diagnosis, before any work - no hourly surprises, and evening slots in Washington, DC carry no premium. Typical price ranges by appliance are in our appliance repair cost guide.
What washer problems do you fix in Washington, DC?
Online washer repair requests from Washington, DC have been for not draining and leaks. Common calls include washer not draining, washer not spinning, leaking washer, shaking or vibration, door lock failure and error codes. The exact cause is confirmed during diagnosis.
My Samsung washer shows UE and shakes. Is it the load?
Sometimes. Try a mixed load of towels and clothes, and check that the washer is level. If it still shakes and shows UE, the suspension rods or springs are likely worn. A D.C. job we list needed all four rods.
My washer leaves clothes soaking wet. What's wrong?
The water isn't draining fully before the spin. A clogged drain pump filter is a common cause, then a failing pump or a kinked hose. Clean the filter at the bottom front, with towels ready, and run a spin.
Should I try to fix the washer myself first?
Safe checks first: make sure the machine sits level, the drain hose is not kinked, and the last load was not one heavy item wrapped to a side. Past that, suspension, bearings and control boards call for a technician - forcing a stuck drum usually makes things worse.