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 St. Stephens that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near St. Stephens
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. Stephens. Other nearby bases include Mooresville (7), Hickory (5), and Newton (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 4.5 miles out. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.5, 6.2, 6.7 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
Closest matches for St. Stephens: Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Hickory, 4.5 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A1 Appliance Repair Hickory (6.2 miles away, based in Hickory, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LKN Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Denver, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LKN Appliance Repair Statesville (21.7 miles away, based in Statesville, 4.9 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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 not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
What St. Stephens Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in St. Stephens 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 St. Stephens
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Stephens, NC
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why won't my washer spin?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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 St. Stephens technician can then bring the right parts for either one.