If your Bosch dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Bosch and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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Who Works on Bosch Dryers Near Smithfield
40 repair companies serve Smithfield from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Smithfield itself, and the rest are spread across Norfolk (9), Hampton (5), and Chesapeake (5). Nearest on the list: Tommy D Appliance Repair Inc, around 4.1 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Smithfield mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
|---|---|
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.1, 4.2, 6.4 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 52 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
At the top of the Smithfield list: Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (12.2 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); East Coast Appliance (12.6 miles away, based in Newport News, 4.8 stars from 2,512 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Tabb, 4.6 stars from 476 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (24.2 miles away, based in Norfolk, 4.9 stars from 3,721 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Bosch Dryer
What Makes Bosch Dryer Repairs Different
Bosch dryers stack on the matching washer with a stacking kit accessory. Source: Bosch - Wash and Dry #LikeABosch 24" Compact Laundry Brochure
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
What Bosch Says to Check First
- Dryer smells. Bosch says to look for lint in the filter, moisture-related mildew, items lodged in the drum, and residue from fabric softener or cleaning products. Source: Bosch - Bosch Dryer Troubleshooting & Repair Guide
- Dryer leaking water. Bosch's manual says to level the dryer and check the drain hose along its full length. Source: Bosch - Use and Care Manual, Heat Pump Dryer WTW87NH1UC
What Bosch Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E06, E08, E09, E24, E25, E28, E36, E90 | Electronic faults that need a trained technician. Source: Bosch - Bosch D Error Codes: Troubleshooting Guide |
| E63 | A heating element failure; with the dryer unplugged, check the element and its connections for damage. Source: Bosch - Bosch D Error Codes: Troubleshooting Guide |
| 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 |
Bosch Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Gets Fixed on a Smithfield Dryer Call
Care Bosch Recommends for Its Dryers
- Wipe the moisture sensor bars with a cloth and white vinegar about once a month to remove limescale and detergent residue. Source: Bosch - Use and Care Manual, Heat Pump Dryer WTW87NH1UC
- 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
Budgeting for a Bosch Dryer Repair
Most Bosch dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Smithfield
Most dryer calls in Smithfield 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
The Board for Contractors licenses gas fitting contractors and individual gas fitter, natural gas fitter and liquefied petroleum gas fitter tradesmen. Source: 18VAC50-30-10, Definitions (Individual License and Certification Regulations)
Questions to Ask a Smithfield Technician
- How often do you repair Bosch dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Bosch Dryer Repair FAQs: Smithfield, VA
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Write down any error code your Bosch dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Smithfield technician bring the right parts.