Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Ridgeland 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 Ridgeland
Within 30 miles of Ridgeland there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Ridgeland, and the rest are spread across Beaufort (4), Savannah (4), and Hilton Head Island (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 2 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Appliance Pros of the LowCountry, around 5.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 17 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ridgeland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.3, 7.8, 9.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
The leading options for Ridgeland are Sears Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in Beaufort, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Hilton Head Island, 4.2 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pros of the LowCountry (5.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 89 reviews); Nuway Appliance Repair (12.7 miles away, based in Bluffton, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
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
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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.
What Ridgeland Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Ridgeland 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Ridgeland
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ridgeland, SC
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
Other Washer Repair in Ridgeland
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ridgeland
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.