Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving James Island and the Charleston County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near James Island
Our data shows 31 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of James Island. The rest are spread across Charleston (11), Summerville (6), and North Charleston (5). Distances run up to about 24 miles. The closest is D & S Appliance Repair Services, about 0.3 miles away. 11 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 28 rated companies in range average 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.0, 2.9 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 31 |
At the top of the James Island list: 911 Service Today (8.6 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Charleston Appliances and Repairs (10.8 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Charleston (6.4 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 427 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in James Island
Why the Vent Matters
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in James Island, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What James Island Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in James Island come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
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
South Carolina has no standalone gas piping license; gas lines serving gas-fired equipment are installed under mechanical classifications such as Plumbing, Heating and Packaged Equipment issued through the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in James Island
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: James Island, SC
Is there anything I can try first?
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Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, James Island
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a James Island technician a trip for parts.