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 North Charleston that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, North Charleston SC
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of North Charleston. 5 list an address in North Charleston, and other nearby bases include Charleston (11), Summerville (6), and Ladson (3). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.8 miles away. 11 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Mention washer work | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 32 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 3.6, 3.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
Closest matches for North Charleston: 911 Service Today (6.5 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Charleston Appliances and Repairs (4.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Charleston (7.8 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 427 reviews); Sloan Appliance Service Inc (3.9 miles away, based in Hanahan, 4.7 stars from 298 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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 not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- 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?
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.
What North Charleston Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in North Charleston 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.
Before You Book in North Charleston
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: North Charleston, SC
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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 North Charleston technician can then bring the right parts for either one.