When a washer quits in Charleston, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Who Repairs Washers Near Charleston
Within 30 miles of Charleston there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. 11 list an address in Charleston, and other nearby bases include Summerville (6), North Charleston (5), and Mt Pleasant (3). Of those, 11 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Charleston Experts, around 1.7 miles out. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Charleston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.1, 2.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 32 |
First up for Charleston: 911 Service Today (2.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Charleston Appliances and Repairs (5.2 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Charleston (2.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 427 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
The Usual Washer Culprits in Charleston
What Gets Fixed on a Charleston Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not spinning.
Water, Power and Safety First
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Charleston
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- 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?
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 Charleston Owners Should Know
Charleston Water System, which supplies Charleston, reports hardness of about 54 ppm (roughly 3.2 grains per gallon) as a 2022 average; soft water. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Charleston Water System water characteristics table (2022 averages), as published by the Town of Sullivan's Island
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 Charleston
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Charleston, SC
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
How much does washing machine repair cost in Charleston?
Why won't my washer spin?
Washer Repair by Brand in Charleston
Washing Machine Repair Near Charleston
Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Charleston technician a trip for parts.