A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lake Wildwood and the Nevada County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Lake Wildwood
We found 31 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake Wildwood. Other nearby bases include Auburn (10), Rocklin (7), and Lincoln (4). Forrest Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 7.8 miles from Lake Wildwood. Of those, 6 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.8, 7.9, 15.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 31 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
The leading options for Lake Wildwood are Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Grass Valley, 4.3 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.1 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance (26.2 miles away, based in Oroville, 4.7 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Forrest Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Grass Valley, 4.3 stars from 151 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Lake Wildwood
Check the Vent Before You Call
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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
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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - 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: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Around Lake Wildwood
Most dryer calls in Lake Wildwood 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).
Before You Book in Lake Wildwood
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Wildwood, CA
Why is my dryer squealing?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Which areas near Lake Wildwood do these technicians cover?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Lake Wildwood
Dryer Repair Near Lake Wildwood
Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Lake Wildwood technician a trip for parts.