A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Summerville and the Dorchester County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Summerville
Our data shows 37 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Summerville. 6 list an address in Summerville, and other nearby bases include Charleston (11), North Charleston (5), and Ladson (3). Nearest on the list: OnSite Appliance, around 0.6 miles out. 11 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Summerville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 3.0, 3.4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 37 |
At the top of the Summerville list: 911 Service Today (15.4 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OnSite Appliance (0.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 104 reviews); Charleston Appliances and Repairs (13.0 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Charleston (16.7 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 427 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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 Summerville
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Summerville
Washer calls in Summerville 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.
Before You Book in Summerville
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Summerville, SC
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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 Summerville technician gets at the parts.