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 Laurinburg list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Laurinburg NC
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Laurinburg. Other nearby bases include Lumberton (4), Cheraw (3), and Pembroke (1). Glenn's Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 17.1 miles from Laurinburg. Of those, 2 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 17.1, 22.7, 23.5 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
Closest matches for Laurinburg: A1 Appliance Repair (23.5 miles away, based in Cheraw, 5.0 stars from 11 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.3 miles away, based in Lumberton, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Moore Appliance Service (27.9 miles away, based in Southern Pines, 4.9 stars from 760 reviews); Glenn's Appliance Services (17.1 miles away, based in Pembroke, 4.6 stars from 24 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- 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
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
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 not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Laurinburg, NC
Most washer calls in Laurinburg 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Laurinburg
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Laurinburg, NC
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
More Washing Machine Repair in Laurinburg, NC
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Laurinburg
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.