Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. The companies below serve Union and the Union County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Union, SC
16 repair companies serve Union from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Union, and the rest are spread across Spartanburg (5), Gaffney (4), and Clinton (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Of those, 4 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Cook’s Appliance, LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Union. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
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 | 0.8, 15.2, 18.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 16 |
Closest matches for Union: Cook’s Appliance, LLC (0.8 miles away, 4.1 stars from 9 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Spartanburg, 4.1 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DP Appliance Repair (28.6 miles away, based in Boiling Springs, 4.5 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chester Appliance Repair/ (24.6 miles away, based in Chester, 1.7 stars from 14 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Washer Problems Technicians See in Union
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 Union
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Union quote:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Union, SC
Washer calls in Union 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.
Questions to Ask a Union Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Union, SC
Do you cover Union and nearby towns?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Union technician gets at the parts.