Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The Augusta list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Augusta GA
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Augusta. 15 of them are based in Augusta itself, and other nearby bases include Aiken (4), North Augusta (2), and Clearwater (2). Distances run up to about 25 miles. 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Young Brothers Appliance Service, about 5.9 miles away. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention washer work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.9, 6.5, 6.5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 27 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
At the top of the Augusta list: Beech Island Appliance Service Co. (11.2 miles away, based in Beech Island, 4.9 stars from 159 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, 4.5 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of West Augusta (11.3 miles away, 4.1 stars from 735 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in Aiken, 4.4 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Augusta. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Augusta
Most washer calls in Augusta come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Augusta Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Augusta, GA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why won't my washer spin?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.