When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Sawmills.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Sawmills
Our data shows 13 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sawmills. The rest are spread across Hickory (5), Morganton (2), and Newton (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Bargain House Appliance is the nearest, roughly 7.1 miles from Sawmills. 3 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 13 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sawmills. 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) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| Mention washers | 3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.1, 8.3, 10.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
At the top of the Sawmills list: Sears Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Hickory, 4.5 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A1 Appliance Repair Hickory (8.3 miles away, based in Hickory, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Morganton, 4.6 stars from 117 reviews); Bargain House Appliance (7.1 miles away, based in Valdese, 4.5 stars from 206 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Sawmills
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Sawmills quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Sawmills
Washer calls in Sawmills 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 Sawmills
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Sawmills, NC
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Sawmills
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Sawmills
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Sawmills technician gets at the parts.