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 Lumberton that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lumberton
Within 30 miles of Lumberton there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Lumberton itself, and the rest are spread across Fayetteville (5), Pembroke (1), and Shannon (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Lumberton. Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lumberton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.2, 4.0 |
First up for Lumberton: Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Fayetteville NC (29.0 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.4 stars from 14 reviews); Heating And Air Conditioning & Washer Fayetteville (29.7 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.5 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Thomas Supply (4.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Local Notes for Lumberton
Most washer calls in Lumberton 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 Lumberton
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lumberton, NC
Why won't my washer spin?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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 Lumberton technician can then bring the right parts for either one.