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 St. Stephens.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near St. Stephens
Our data shows 25 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. Stephens. Other nearby bases include Mooresville (7), Hickory (5), and Newton (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 10 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 4.5 miles out. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 25 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.5, 6.2, 6.7 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
Closest matches for St. Stephens: Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Hickory, 4.5 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A1 Appliance Repair Hickory (6.2 miles away, based in Hickory, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LKN Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Denver, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LKN Appliance Repair Statesville (21.7 miles away, based in Statesville, 4.9 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$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 (most homeowners): $100–$430 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.
Before the Visit
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What St. Stephens Owners Should Know
Washer calls in St. Stephens 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in St. Stephens
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Stephens, NC
Do you cover St. Stephens and nearby towns?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
More Laundry Repair in St. Stephens, NC
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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. Stephens technician can then plan for both on one visit.