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. The Jonesboro list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dryer Repair in Jonesboro, AR
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Jonesboro. 2 list an address in Jonesboro, and other nearby bases include Batesville (4), Memphis (3), and Paragould (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.1 miles away. 5 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 23 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars. Jonesboro is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 24 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 5.1, 19.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
First up for Jonesboro: Sears Appliance Repair (0.1 miles away, 4.5 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.7 miles away, based in Blytheville, 4.4 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance 911 (5.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 214 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (53.2 miles away, based in Batesville, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Jonesboro
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Jonesboro
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Jonesboro
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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Jonesboro, AR
Most dryer calls in Jonesboro 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Jonesboro
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
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Before you call a Jonesboro 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.