When a dryer quits in Auburn, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Auburn list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Auburn, CA
40 repair companies serve Auburn from within 30 miles. 10 of them are based in Auburn itself, and other nearby bases include Rocklin (13), Roseville (8), and Lincoln (4). The closest is Appliance Repair Masters, about 0.2 miles away. 5 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 25 businesses.
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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.5, 0.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
At the top of the Auburn list: Lake Appliance Repair (13.9 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.7 stars from 642 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Appliance (16.7 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 4.5 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AllStyles appliance repair and dryer vent cleaning (16.1 miles away, based in Roseville, 5.0 stars from 126 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Auburn
What Gets Fixed on a Auburn Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. 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.
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:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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: $100–$200 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Auburn, CA
Most dryer calls in Auburn 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
Gas piping, gas appliance connections and gas safety devices fall within the C-36 Plumbing Contractor classification licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Source: C-36 - Plumbing Contractor, Licensing Classifications Detail - CSLB
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Auburn
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Auburn, CA
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Auburn
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Before you call a Auburn 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.