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. Below are the companies within reach of St. Andrews, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dryer Repair in St. Andrews, SC
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of St. Andrews. The rest are spread across Columbia (16), Lexington (3), and West Columbia (2). Distances run up to about 28 miles. Of those, 11 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Quick Appliance repair llc is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from St. Andrews. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 3.0 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 28 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
The leading options for St. Andrews are Appliance Professional (6.0 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (6.2 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); Expo Appliance Service (7.9 miles away, based in West Columbia, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews); Quick Appliance repair llc (0.5 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. 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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in St. Andrews, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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 St. Andrews, SC
Most dryer calls in St. Andrews 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
Before You Book in St. Andrews
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Andrews, SC
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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 St. Andrews technician a trip for parts.