A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. Below are the companies within reach of Florence-Graham, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Florence-Graham
40 repair companies serve Florence-Graham from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Los Angeles (12), South Gate (6), and Inglewood (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Florence Graham CA, around 0.1 miles out. 7 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Florence-Graham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.3, 1.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
First up for Florence-Graham: Wizard Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.8 stars from 162 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.4 stars from 485 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Perez Appliance and Plumbing Repair (3.7 miles away, based in South Gate, 4.5 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JennAir Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.7 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Florence-Graham Dryer Call
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Florence-Graham, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Florence-Graham
Most dryer calls in Florence-Graham 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 Florence-Graham
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Florence-Graham, CA
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Florence-Graham
Dryer Repair Near Florence-Graham
Before you call a Florence-Graham 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.