When a dryer quits in Davis, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Davis list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dryer Repair in Davis, CA
Within 30 miles of Davis there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Davis, and the rest are spread across Sacramento (23), West Sacramento (6), and Woodland (4). The closest is Davis Appliance Repair, about 0.6 miles away. Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 32 businesses.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.7, 1.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
The leading options for Davis are Prime Service Co. Appliance repair services (16.4 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 204 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fair Appliance Repair Service (15.3 miles away, based in Sacramento, 5.0 stars from 770 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.9 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); iFix Appliance Repair Sacramento (14.6 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Davis
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
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
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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?
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 Davis, CA
Most dryer calls in Davis 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 Davis
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Davis, CA
Do you cover Davis and nearby towns?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Davis
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Before you call a Davis 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.