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 Lincolnton that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lincolnton
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lincolnton. 1 of them are based in Lincolnton itself, and the rest are spread across Gastonia (7), Huntersville (6), and Mooresville (6). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Of those, 13 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Honest Stanley Appliance Repair, about 1.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 34 businesses.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 58 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 22 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 12.1, 12.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
Closest matches for Lincolnton: LKN Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Denver, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Gastonia (15.4 miles away, based in Gastonia, 4.7 stars from 410 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.3 miles away, based in Hickory, 4.5 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Local Appliance Repair (19.7 miles away, based in Cornelius, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lincolnton. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
- 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.
Around Lincolnton
Most washer calls in Lincolnton 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Lincolnton
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lincolnton, NC
Why does my front-load washer smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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.