When a dryer quits in Cloverdale, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. Below are the companies within reach of Cloverdale, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Cloverdale
31 repair companies serve Cloverdale from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Santa Rosa (7), Novato (5), and Rohnert Park (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 16.8 miles from Cloverdale. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Cloverdale is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 16.8, 21.5, 23.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 31 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
At the top of the Cloverdale list: Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Lakeport, 4.6 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TeeVax Home Appliance & Kitchen Center (29.4 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelly's Appliance Center (35.3 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.3 miles away, based in Clearlake, 4.3 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Dryer Notes for Cloverdale, CA
Most dryer calls in Cloverdale 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
Before You Book in Cloverdale
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Cloverdale, CA
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Cloverdale faster and cheaper.