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 Anderson, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Anderson SC
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Anderson. 4 list an address in Anderson, and the rest are spread across Greenville (10), Seneca (4), and Pendleton (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Anderson. Of those, 11 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 2.0, 3.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 28 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Anderson: The Olde Homestead, Inc. (27.3 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.9 stars from 1,104 reviews); Boone Appliance (3.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.1 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Clemson (13.8 miles away, based in Clemson, 4.8 stars from 231 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Anderson. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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 Anderson
Most washer calls in Anderson 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Anderson
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Anderson, SC
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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.