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. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Garner.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Garner, NC
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Garner. 2 of them are based in Garner itself, and other nearby bases include Raleigh (19), Cary (6), and Fuquay-Varina (4). Nearest on the list: Ark Appliance Repair Service LLC., around 1.5 miles out. 10 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Garner. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 4.4, 4.8 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
At the top of the Garner list: Mr. Appliance of Cary (10.6 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JNJ Dryer Vent Cleaning (13.5 miles away, based in Holly Springs, 5.0 stars from 3,144 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.7 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.5 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Washer Repair Involves
And on the Dryer Side
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Garner quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Garner
Washer calls in Garner most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
Gas and fuel piping installation requires a plumbing or heating license, or a restricted fuel piping license, issued by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Garner
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Garner, NC
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Garner technician gets at the parts.