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 Hilton Head Island.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Hilton Head Island, SC
We found 25 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hilton Head Island. 3 of them are based in Hilton Head Island itself, and other nearby bases include Savannah (11), Beaufort (4), and Ridgeland (3). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. The closest is Appliances by Design, about 2.1 miles away. 4 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 22 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.5, 4.7 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 25 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
First up for Hilton Head Island: Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, 4.2 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in Beaufort, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Griffin Appliance Repair LLC (25.8 miles away, based in Savannah, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.1 miles away, based in Savannah, 3.8 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Hilton Head Island
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Hilton Head Island quote:
- 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Hilton Head Island Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Hilton Head Island 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Hilton Head Island
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hilton Head Island, SC
Which areas near Hilton Head Island do these technicians cover?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hilton Head Island
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Hilton Head Island technician gets at the parts.