Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. The companies below serve Augusta and the Richmond County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Augusta, GA
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Augusta. 16 of them are based in Augusta itself, and other nearby bases include Aiken (4), North Augusta (2), and Clearwater (2). Distances run up to about 25 miles. 4 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is Davis Appliance & Furniture, about 3.9 miles away. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 28 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.9, 5.9, 6.5 |
At the top of the Augusta list: Beech Island Appliance Service Co. (11.2 miles away, based in Beech Island, 4.9 stars from 159 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, 4.5 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of West Augusta (11.3 miles away, 4.1 stars from 735 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in Aiken, 4.4 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
The Dryer Half of the Visit
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Augusta
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Augusta quote:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
Have These Handy
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Augusta
Washer calls in Augusta most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Augusta Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Augusta, GA
Which areas near Augusta do these technicians cover?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Augusta technician gets at the parts.