A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Decatur list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Decatur
We found 30 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Decatur. The rest are spread across Huntsville (14), Madison (5), and Athens (4). Of those, 5 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is H&S Appliance Outlet, about 9.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 24 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Decatur. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.6, 14.8, 14.9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 30 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Decatur: Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (23.8 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.4 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Athens, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jay's Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Athens, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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 Decatur Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Decatur 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)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Before You Book in Decatur
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Decatur, AL
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Do you cover Decatur and nearby towns?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Decatur
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Before you call a Decatur technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.