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 Ladera Heights and the Los Angeles County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Ladera Heights
40 repair companies serve Ladera Heights from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Los Angeles (11), Inglewood (10), and Beverly Hills (8). The closest is JennAir Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ladera Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
At the top of the Ladera Heights list: WEST APPLIANCE SERVICE (4.8 miles away, based in Playa Del Rey, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.4 stars from 485 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SoCal Appliance Repair Pros (5.6 miles away, based in Beverly Hills, 4.9 stars from 263 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JennAir Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.7 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- 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
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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
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 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Local Notes for Ladera Heights
Most dryer calls in Ladera Heights 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 Ladera Heights Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Ladera Heights, CA
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Ladera Heights faster and cheaper.