A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Wilmington.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Wilmington
We found 14 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wilmington. 11 list an address in Wilmington, and the rest are spread across Rocky Point (1), Navassa (1), and Southport (1). Of those, 3 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Cape Fear Appliance Services, about 2.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 13 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 14 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 3.0, 3.1 |
| Mention washers | 3 |
First up for Wilmington: Mr. Appliance of Wilmington NC (5.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,215 reviews); Appliance Service Co (3.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 240 reviews); Jamerson Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Southport, 4.9 stars from 830 reviews); Island Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Navassa, 4.8 stars from 647 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Washer Repair Involves
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 Wilmington
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- 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?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Wilmington, NC
Washer calls in Wilmington 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 Wilmington
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Wilmington, NC
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Which areas near Wilmington do these technicians cover?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Wilmington
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Wilmington technician gets at the parts.