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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Skidaway Island that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Skidaway Island
We found 20 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Skidaway Island. Other nearby bases include Savannah (12), Hilton Head Island (3), and Garden City (1). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Affordable Appliace Repair, around 4.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 17 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.2, 5.4, 5.9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Skidaway Island are Advanced Appliance Services (16.2 miles away, based in Richmond Hill, 4.3 stars from 94 reviews); Griffin Appliance Repair LLC (9.4 miles away, based in Savannah, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.0 miles away, based in Hilton Head Island, 4.2 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Savannah, 3.8 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
What Skidaway Island Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Skidaway Island 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 Skidaway Island Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Skidaway Island, GA
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Skidaway Island
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Skidaway Island technician can then bring the right parts for either one.