A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Mount Pleasant and the Charleston County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Mount Pleasant, SC
We found 33 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mount Pleasant. Other nearby bases include Charleston (11), Summerville (6), and North Charleston (5). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Of those, 11 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Appliance Fixicians is the nearest, roughly 2.4 miles from Mount Pleasant. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mount Pleasant. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 2.8, 3.9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 33 |
At the top of the Mount Pleasant list: 911 Service Today (9.2 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Charleston Appliances and Repairs (10.9 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Southern Fried Appliance Repair, LLC (3.9 miles away, based in Mt Pleasant, 4.8 stars from 88 reviews); Sloan Appliance Service Inc (11.2 miles away, based in Hanahan, 4.7 stars from 298 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Mount Pleasant
Why the Vent Matters
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Mount Pleasant
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Mount Pleasant, SC
Most dryer calls in Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Mount Pleasant, SC
What should I check before calling?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Mount Pleasant
Dryer Repair Near Mount Pleasant
Before you call a Mount Pleasant technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.