A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Paragould and the Greene County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Paragould
19 repair companies serve Paragould from within 60 miles. 2 list an address in Paragould, and the rest are spread across Jonesboro (2), Poplar Bluff (2), and Covington (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Emergency Appliance Repair in Paragould is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Paragould. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Paragould is inside its regular service area.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.2, 18.6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
At the top of the Paragould list: Mr. Appliance of Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau and Farmington (51.6 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.9 stars from 551 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Jonesboro, 4.5 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.9 miles away, based in Blytheville, 4.4 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Burke's Heat, Air & Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 313 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Paragould
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Paragould
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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Paragould, AR
Most dryer calls in Paragould 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 Paragould
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Paragould, AR
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is there anything I can try first?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Paragould
Dryer Repair Near Paragould
Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Paragould technician a trip for parts.