When a dryer quits in Semmes, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. Below are the companies within reach of Semmes, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Semmes
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Semmes. 1 list an address in Semmes, and the rest are spread across Mobile (14), Daphne (4), and Theodore (3). 4 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Ace Appliance LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Semmes. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.4 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 6.6, 7.5 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 27 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
First up for Semmes: Sears Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.4 stars from 433 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.8 miles away, based in Daphne, 4.3 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coast Appliance Repair LLC. (7.5 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.1 stars from 12 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Moss Point, 4.0 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Semmes Dryer Call
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Semmes Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Semmes 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Semmes
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Semmes, AL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
How much does dryer repair cost in Semmes?
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Before you call a Semmes 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.