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. 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.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Socastee
Within 30 miles of Socastee there are 35 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Myrtle Beach (17), North Myrtle Beach (5), and Conway (4). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Of those, 7 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Grand Strand Appliance Repair Service, around 1.9 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 33 businesses.
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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 1.9, 2.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 35 |
First up for Socastee: SC Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Defiance (20.7 miles away, based in North Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 143 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Conway, 4.5 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.4 stars from 838 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
The Usual Washer Culprits in Socastee
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Socastee Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Socastee 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.
Questions to Ask a Socastee Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Socastee, SC
Why won't my washer spin?
Which areas near Socastee do these technicians cover?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Before you call a Socastee technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.