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 Aiken that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Aiken
26 repair companies serve Aiken from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Aiken, and other nearby bases include Augusta (15), Clearwater (2), and North Augusta (2). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.1 miles away. 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 13 businesses.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 26 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 2.2, 3.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
At the top of the Aiken list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Beech Island Appliance Service Co. (11.8 miles away, based in Beech Island, 4.9 stars from 159 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (20.8 miles away, based in Augusta, 4.5 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of West Augusta (17.8 miles away, based in Augusta, 4.1 stars from 735 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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 bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Aiken
Most washer calls in Aiken 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a Aiken Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Aiken, SC
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Other Washer Repair in Aiken
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Aiken
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.