A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Little River listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Little River
We found 35 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Little River. 3 of them are based in Little River itself, and the rest are spread across Myrtle Beach (17), North Myrtle Beach (5), and Conway (4). 8 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Hall Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Little River. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 33 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.8, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 35 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
Closest matches for Little River: Appliance Defiance (4.8 miles away, based in North Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 143 reviews); Same Day Home Services (1.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SC Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.0 miles away, based in Loris, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Washer Problems Technicians See in Little River
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Little River quote:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine 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?
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
Local Notes for Little River
Washer calls in Little River 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
Before You Book in Little River
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Little River, SC
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Which areas near Little River do these technicians cover?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
More Laundry Repair in Little River, SC
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Little River technician can then plan for both on one visit.