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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Walterboro and the Colleton County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washer Technicians Serving Walterboro, SC
40 repair companies serve Walterboro from within 60 miles. 3 of them are based in Walterboro itself, and the rest are spread across Charleston (10), Summerville (6), and North Charleston (5). The farthest listed company is about 45 miles out. 11 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Wisdom Appliance Repair Inspectors is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Walterboro. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Walterboro is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Walterboro. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.7, 4.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 50 |
First up for Walterboro: 911 Service Today (40.6 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OnSite Appliance (29.1 miles away, based in Summerville, 4.6 stars from 104 reviews); Caspi Home Service (32.4 miles away, based in Summerville, 4.7 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Charleston Appliances and Repairs (38.9 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- 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
The Usual Washer Culprits in Walterboro
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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?
Before replacing a washer in Walterboro, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Local Notes for Walterboro
Most washer calls in Walterboro 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 Walterboro
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Walterboro, SC
Why won't my washer spin?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Which areas near Walterboro do these technicians cover?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Find Your Washer Brand in Walterboro
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Before you call a Walterboro 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.