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. The Columbia list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Columbia
28 repair companies serve Columbia from within 30 miles. 16 of them are based in Columbia itself, and the rest are spread across Lexington (3), West Columbia (2), and Camden (2). 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 3.8 miles away. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.3 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.8, 5.3, 5.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 28 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
The leading options for Columbia are Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (9.7 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); Expo Appliance Service (15.4 miles away, based in West Columbia, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews); Appliance Professional (15.3 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Appliance repair llc (11.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Columbia. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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 Columbia
Columbia Water (City of Columbia), which supplies Columbia, reports hardness of averages about 36 ppm as CaCO3 (range roughly 20-47 ppm), soft. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Columbia Water 2025 Consumer Confidence Report
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 Columbia Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Columbia, SC
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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 Columbia technician can then bring the right parts for either one.