Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Cheraw that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Cheraw SC
Within 60 miles of Cheraw there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Cheraw itself, and the rest are spread across Monroe (16), Florence (4), and Indian Trail (3). 9 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Everest Appliance Repair Handlers, about 1.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 34 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Cheraw is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 1.8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
The leading options for Cheraw are A1 Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 11 reviews); Smartfix Appliance & Refrigerator Repair (47.9 miles away, based in Indian Trail, 4.9 stars from 438 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DGi Appliance Repair Inc. (52.2 miles away, based in Waxhaw, 5.0 stars from 403 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Urgent Appliance Repair (47.6 miles away, based in Monroe, 5.0 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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 spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- 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.
Around Cheraw
Most washer calls in Cheraw 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 Cheraw
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cheraw, SC
What stops a washer from spinning?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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.