Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. Below are the companies within reach of Leeds, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Leeds
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Leeds. Other nearby bases include Birmingham (28), Pell City (2), and Hoover (2). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. 4 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The closest is Serenity Appliance, about 3.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 25 businesses.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.9, 5.8, 6.4 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
First up for Leeds: Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (13.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (6.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.7 miles away, based in Pell City, 4.6 stars from 507 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Leeds
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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?
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.
Local Notes for Leeds
Most dryer calls in Leeds 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Leeds
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Leeds, AL
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Leeds faster and cheaper.