Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving North Myrtle Beach and the Horry County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near North Myrtle Beach
36 repair companies serve North Myrtle Beach from within 30 miles. 5 list an address in North Myrtle Beach, and the rest are spread across Myrtle Beach (17), Conway (4), and Little River (3). Dew's is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from North Myrtle Beach. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Myrtle Beach. 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) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.1, 1.3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 36 |
Closest matches for North Myrtle Beach: Appliance Defiance (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 143 reviews); Same Day Home Services (7.4 miles away, based in Little River, 4.9 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.4 miles away, based in Loris, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SC Appliance Repair (22.0 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in North Myrtle Beach
What Gets Fixed on a North Myrtle Beach Dryer Call
Why the Vent Matters
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in North Myrtle Beach
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for North Myrtle Beach
Most dryer calls in North Myrtle Beach 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
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 Dryer Repair Company in North Myrtle Beach
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: North Myrtle Beach, SC
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, North Myrtle Beach
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Before you call a North Myrtle Beach 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.