Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Lake Murray of Richland list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Lake Murray of Richland, SC
Our data shows 28 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Murray of Richland. The rest are spread across Columbia (16), Lexington (3), and West Columbia (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Handy Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 4.9 miles from Lake Murray of Richland. 10 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 23 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Murray of Richland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 28 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.9, 5.6, 7.5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Lake Murray of Richland are Appliance Professional (11.6 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (15.8 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); Expo Appliance Service (14.2 miles away, based in West Columbia, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews); Quick Appliance repair llc (10.5 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
The Usual Washer Culprits in Lake Murray of Richland
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Lake Murray of Richland
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Lake Murray of Richland, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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 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 Lake Murray of Richland Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Lake Murray of Richland 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 Lake Murray of Richland
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lake Murray of Richland, 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 Lake Murray of Richland technician a trip for parts.