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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Southern Pines, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Southern Pines
Within 30 miles of Southern Pines there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Southern Pines, and other nearby bases include Fayetteville (11), Sanford (5), and Ellerbe (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Moore Appliance Service, about 2.4 miles away. 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Southern Pines. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 17.2, 21.2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
The leading options for Southern Pines are Mr. Appliance of Sanford (26.7 miles away, based in Broadway, 4.6 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.6 miles away, based in Sanford, 4.6 stars from 248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.5 stars from 589 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Southeastern Appliance Repair southeasternappliancerepairs@gmail.com (26.7 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.2 stars from 85 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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 front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Southern Pines. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Southern Pines Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Southern Pines 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 Southern Pines
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Southern Pines, NC
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Other Washer Repair in Southern Pines
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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 Southern Pines technician can then bring the right parts for either one.