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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Troy and the Pike County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Troy
We found 20 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Troy. The rest are spread across Montgomery (3), Eufaula (3), and Dothan (3). 5 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 34.3 miles out. The 19 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars. Troy is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Troy. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 60 miles | 20 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 34.3, 34.4, 39.0 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Troy: Sears Appliance Repair (34.3 miles away, based in Enterprise, 4.5 stars from 208 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tri-State Appliance Repair (34.4 miles away, based in Enterprise, 4.4 stars from 47 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Dothan (43.8 miles away, based in Newton, 4.6 stars from 261 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (48.7 miles away, based in Eufaula, 4.1 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
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
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 bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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?
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 Troy
Most dryer calls in Troy 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 Troy Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Troy, AL
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
What should I check before calling?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Troy
Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Troy faster and cheaper.