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 Irmo that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Irmo
Within 30 miles of Irmo there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Irmo, and other nearby bases include Columbia (16), Lexington (3), and West Columbia (2). Of those, 10 mention washer or dryer work by name. Reliable Appliance Repair Columbia is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Irmo. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.0, 3.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 27 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
The leading options for Irmo are Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (12.1 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); Expo Appliance Service (11.5 miles away, based in West Columbia, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews); Appliance Professional (8.9 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Appliance repair llc (6.5 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire 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: 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 boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Laundry Notes for Irmo, SC
Most washer calls in Irmo 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 Irmo
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Irmo, SC
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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 Irmo technician can then bring the right parts for either one.