A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve St. James and the Brunswick County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near St. James
Within 30 miles of St. James there are 16 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Wilmington (11), Southport (1), and Shallotte (1). 5 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Jamerson Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.7 miles from St. James. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 15 businesses.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 16 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 16.5, 19.3 |
| Mention washers | 5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
The leading options for St. James are Jamerson Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Southport, 4.9 stars from 830 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Wilmington NC (26.8 miles away, based in Wilmington, 4.8 stars from 1,215 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.5 miles away, based in Shallotte, 4.5 stars from 403 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Co (20.2 miles away, based in Wilmington, 4.7 stars from 240 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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 St. James 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 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?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for St. James, NC
Washer calls in St. James 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 St. James
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: St. James, NC
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do you cover St. James and nearby towns?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near St. James
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A St. James technician can then plan for both on one visit.