When a dryer quits in Meridianville, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Meridianville and the Madison County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Meridianville, AL
Within 30 miles of Meridianville there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Huntsville (15), Madison (5), and Athens (4). Distances run up to about 23 miles. Nearest on the list: C & M's Appliance Repair, around 4.6 miles out. 8 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Meridianville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.6, 5.3, 6.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 32 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
First up for Meridianville: Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (11.2 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); A & A Appliance and HVAC, LLC. (8.9 miles away, based in Hazel Green, 4.8 stars from 163 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.4 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dr. Dan's Appliance Service (17.6 miles away, based in Ardmore, 4.7 stars from 213 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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
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
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.
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:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
Local Notes for Meridianville
Most dryer calls in Meridianville 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 Meridianville
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Meridianville, AL
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
How much does dryer repair cost in Meridianville?
Which areas near Meridianville do these technicians cover?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Meridianville
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Before you call a Meridianville 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.