A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Lake City that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Lake City SC
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Lake City. Other nearby bases include Myrtle Beach (17), Sumter (5), and Florence (4). The farthest listed company is about 54 miles out. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Voyager Appliance Repair Works, around 11.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses. Lake City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 47 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 11.3, 22.2, 22.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
First up for Lake City: SC Appliance Repair (45.9 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in Florence, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (49.1 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.4 stars from 838 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.7 miles away, based in Loris, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lake City. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Lake City, SC
Most washer calls in Lake City 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 Lake City Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake City, SC
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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.