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 Cheraw.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Cheraw, SC
Within 60 miles of Cheraw there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Cheraw itself, and the rest are spread across Monroe (16), Florence (4), and Indian Trail (3). 9 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is Everest Appliance Repair Handlers, about 1.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 34 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Cheraw is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Mention washers | 13 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 1.8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
The leading options for Cheraw are A1 Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 11 reviews); Smartfix Appliance & Refrigerator Repair (47.9 miles away, based in Indian Trail, 4.9 stars from 438 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DGi Appliance Repair Inc. (52.2 miles away, based in Waxhaw, 5.0 stars from 403 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Urgent Appliance Repair (47.6 miles away, based in Monroe, 5.0 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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.
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:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
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
- Any error code on the display
Around Cheraw
Washer calls in Cheraw most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
South Carolina has no standalone gas piping license; gas lines serving gas-fired equipment are installed under mechanical classifications such as Plumbing, Heating and Packaged Equipment issued through the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Cheraw
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cheraw, SC
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Cheraw technician gets at the parts.