A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. Below are the companies within reach of Five Forks, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Five Forks, SC
Within 30 miles of Five Forks there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Greenville (10), Spartanburg (5), and Simpsonville (2). Distances run up to about 28 miles. 8 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Appliance Works Repair & Service LLC, around 0.7 miles out. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Mention washer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 2.6, 3.6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 29 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
First up for Five Forks: Mr. Appliance of Greater Greenville (3.6 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,221 reviews); Appliance GrandMasters (12.9 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.7 stars from 1,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Olde Homestead, Inc. (12.1 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.9 stars from 1,104 reviews); DP Appliance Repair (19.2 miles away, based in Boiling Springs, 4.5 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Five Forks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
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
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Around Five Forks
Most washer calls in Five Forks 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 Five Forks
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Five Forks, SC
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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 Five Forks technician a trip for parts.