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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Camarillo
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Camarillo. 12 list an address in Camarillo, and the rest are spread across Oxnard (12), Thousand Oaks (7), and Moorpark (5). Distances run up to about 11 miles. Nearest on the list: The Repair Toolbox, around 0.5 miles out. 3 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.5, 0.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
The leading options for Camarillo are Thousand Oaks Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Agoura Hills, 4.8 stars from 100 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Thousand Oaks, 4.7 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.8 miles away, based in Ventura, 4.7 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coastal fix appliance repair (19.8 miles away, based in Calabasas, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Check the Vent Before You Call
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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 Camarillo
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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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 Camarillo, CA
Most dryer calls in Camarillo 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).
Questions to Ask a Camarillo Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Camarillo, CA
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Camarillo
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Camarillo faster and cheaper.