In Chester, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Chester and the Chester County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Chester
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Chester. 1 list an address in Chester, and other nearby bases include Rock Hill (7), Fort Mill (7), and Lancaster (4). Chester Appliance Repair/ is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Chester. 9 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chester. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 18.6, 18.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 27 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
The leading options for Chester are DGi Appliance Repair Inc. (29.7 miles away, based in Waxhaw, 5.0 stars from 403 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Local Appliance Repair&Service Lancaster (28.7 miles away, based in Lancaster, 5.0 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Rock Hill, 4.5 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Lancaster, 4.5 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Chester quote:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
Around Chester
Washer calls in Chester 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
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a Chester Technician
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Chester, SC
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Chester technician gets at the parts.