Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Savannah that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Savannah
Within 30 miles of Savannah there are 24 appliance repair companies in our data. 12 of them are based in Savannah itself, and other nearby bases include Hilton Head Island (3), Ridgeland (2), and Hinesville (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Griffin Appliance Repair LLC, around 1.7 miles out. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Mention washer work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 3.3, 3.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 24 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
At the top of the Savannah list: Griffin Appliance Repair LLC (1.7 miles away, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Appliance Services (14.6 miles away, based in Richmond Hill, 4.3 stars from 94 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, 3.8 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.1 miles away, based in Hilton Head Island, 4.2 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Savannah. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Local Notes for Savannah
Most washer calls in Savannah 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.
Before You Book in Savannah
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Savannah, GA
Why won't my washer spin?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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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.