In Laurel Bay, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Laurel Bay and the Beaufort County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Laurel Bay, SC
13 repair companies serve Laurel Bay from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Beaufort (4), Ridgeland (3), and Hilton Head Island (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Advanced Appliances is the nearest, roughly 4.0 miles from Laurel Bay. 2 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 13 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Laurel Bay. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.0, 5.6, 5.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
First up for Laurel Bay: Sears Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Beaufort, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Hilton Head Island, 4.2 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pros of the LowCountry (12.6 miles away, based in Ridgeland, 4.9 stars from 89 reviews); Nuway Appliance Repair (14.2 miles away, based in Bluffton, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Washer Problems Technicians See in Laurel Bay
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 Laurel Bay quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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?
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.
Before the Visit
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Laurel Bay Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Laurel Bay 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Laurel Bay
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Laurel Bay, SC
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Which areas near Laurel Bay do these technicians cover?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
More Laundry Repair in Laurel Bay, SC
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Laurel Bay
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Laurel Bay technician can then plan for both on one visit.