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 James Island.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near James Island
Within 30 miles of James Island there are 31 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Charleston (11), Summerville (6), and North Charleston (5). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. Nearest on the list: D & S Appliance Repair Services, around 0.3 miles out. Of those, 11 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from James Island. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 11 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.0, 2.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 31 |
Closest matches for James Island: 911 Service Today (8.6 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Charleston (6.4 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 427 reviews); Charleston Appliances and Repairs (10.8 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
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 James Island
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
Around James Island
Washer calls in James 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 James Island
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: James Island, SC
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Do you cover James Island and nearby towns?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the James Island technician gets at the parts.