A Bosch dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Salem, with those that mention Bosch first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Bosch. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Bosch dryers and other brands.
Who Works on Bosch Dryers Near Salem
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Salem. 2 of them are based in Salem itself, and other nearby bases include Peabody (5), Lynn (5), and Revere (5). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: Adesso Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Salem mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 37 businesses.
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| Mention Bosch | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.6, 1.3 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
The leading options for Salem are Master of Appliances Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 288 reviews); Fasteny Appliance Repair LLC (8.0 miles away, based in Revere, 4.9 stars from 392 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Salem (3.4 miles away, based in Beverly, 4.6 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); iPlushop Appliance Sales, Repair & Home Service (4.1 miles away, based in Peabody, 5.0 stars from 75 reviews).
Know Your Bosch Dryer
What Makes Bosch Dryer Repairs Different
Heat pump models can use an optional condensate tank instead of the drain hose; a drain indicator lights when the tank is full or the hose is kinked or blocked. Source: Bosch - Use and Care Manual, Heat Pump Dryer WTW87NH1UC
Bosch Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Dryer won't turn on. Bosch says to confirm the cord is fully seated, the door is closed, a program is selected and no breaker has tripped. Source: Bosch - Bosch Dryer Troubleshooting & Repair Guide
- Dryer not heating. Bosch says to check for a clogged lint filter first, noting that heating element, thermostat, thermal fuse or power faults need a technician to pinpoint. Source: Bosch - Bosch Dryer Troubleshooting & Repair Guide
Reading a Bosch Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E12 | The dryer is overheating from restricted airflow; clean the lint screen and clear any blockage in the air path. Source: Bosch - How To Fix Bosch Dryer Error Code E12 |
| E03 | The condensate drain hose is blocked or kinked. Source: Bosch - How To Fix Bosch Dryer Error Code E03 |
| E01 / E02 | The lint filter is blocked; clean it after each cycle and rinse it in warm water now and then. Source: Bosch - How To Fix Bosch Dryer Error Codes E01 & E02 |
Signs Your Bosch Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Bosch Dryers
- If the optional condensate tank is used, empty it after every cycle and periodically rinse the filter in the tank kit. Source: Bosch - Use and Care Manual, Heat Pump Dryer WTW87NH1UC
- Clean the two-part lint filter before or after every drying cycle, rinse it under warm water when heavily soiled, and never run the dryer without all filters in place. Source: Bosch - Use and Care Manual, Heat Pump Dryer WTW87NH1UC
Budgeting for a Bosch Dryer Repair
A Bosch dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Salem
Most dryer calls in Salem come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Questions to Ask a Salem Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Bosch Dryer Repair FAQs: Salem, MA
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Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Bosch repair.