Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Calimesa and the Riverside County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Calimesa
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Calimesa. 1 list an address in Calimesa, and other nearby bases include Moreno Valley (11), Redlands (7), and San Bernardino (7). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. 8 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nathaniel Appliance Repairs is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Calimesa. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 2.3, 2.6 |
The leading options for Calimesa are Family Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Highland, 4.7 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.5 miles away, based in San Bernardino, 4.6 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Hemet, 4.7 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Banning, 4.8 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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
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
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 Calimesa
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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 belt replacement: $150–$250 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.
Local Notes for Calimesa
Most dryer calls in Calimesa 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
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Calimesa
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Calimesa, CA
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Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
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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 Calimesa technician a trip for parts.