A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Calera and the Shelby County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Calera
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Calera. 1 of them are based in Calera itself, and other nearby bases include Birmingham (17), Bessemer (6), and Pelham (4). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. 4 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Advanced Appliance is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Calera. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Calera. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 7.1, 8.2 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 49 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
First up for Calera: Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (28.0 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (19.9 miles away, based in Clanton, 4.3 stars from 400 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sekano Appliance Repair. (23.1 miles away, based in Bessemer, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Calera
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Calera
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Around Calera
Most dryer calls in Calera 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.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
Gas fitting work in Alabama requires a state gas fitter license from the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board, which tests competency before anyone performs, supervises or contracts gas fitting. Source: About the Board - Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
Questions to Ask a Calera Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Calera, AL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Is there anything I can try first?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Calera
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Calera technician a trip for parts.