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 South Charleston and the Kanawha County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near South Charleston
24 repair companies serve South Charleston from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Charleston (6), Huntington (2), and Oak Hill (2). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.8 miles out. 9 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. South Charleston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 2.8, 2.8 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
At the top of the South Charleston list: Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.3 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in St Albans, 4.3 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Scott Depot, 4.1 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
And on the Dryer Side
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 South Charleston quote:
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for South Charleston, WV
Washer calls in South Charleston most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in South Charleston
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: South Charleston, WV
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near South Charleston
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the South Charleston technician gets at the parts.