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. The Sumter 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 Sumter
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Sumter. 5 of them are based in Sumter itself, and other nearby bases include Columbia (16), Florence (4), and Lexington (3). Distances run up to about 52 miles. Of those, 12 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 36 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Sumter is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.0, 3.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 45 |
At the top of the Sumter list: Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (38.0 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.8 miles away, based in Lugoff, 4.3 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expo Appliance Service (43.1 miles away, based in West Columbia, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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 leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Local Notes for Sumter
Most washer calls in Sumter 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 Sumter
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Sumter, SC
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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 Sumter technician can then bring the right parts for either one.