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. The Summerville list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Summerville, SC
Within 30 miles of Summerville there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 list an address in Summerville, and the rest are spread across Charleston (11), North Charleston (5), and Ladson (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. The closest is OnSite Appliance, about 0.6 miles away. 11 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 36 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 3.0, 3.4 |
The leading options for Summerville are 911 Service Today (15.4 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OnSite Appliance (0.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 104 reviews); Caspi Home Service (3.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Charleston Appliances and Repairs (13.0 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems 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
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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
What Summerville Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Summerville 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 Summerville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Summerville, SC
What should I check before calling?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Washer Repair by Brand in Summerville
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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 Summerville technician a trip for parts.