A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Madera list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Madera, CA
Within 30 miles of Madera there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Madera, and other nearby bases include Fresno (30) and Clovis (7). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Tech Stop is the nearest, roughly 3.4 miles from Madera. 6 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Madera. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 9.3, 10.6 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 42 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
Closest matches for Madera: MVI Fresno Range & Refrigerator Repair Service (12.8 miles away, based in Fresno, 4.7 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fresno Dryer Vent Cleaning (16.5 miles away, based in Fresno, 4.8 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BonTech Home Services (25.7 miles away, based in Clovis, 4.8 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.2 miles away, based in Fresno, 4.4 stars from 268 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Madera
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Madera
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
What Madera Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Madera 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 Madera
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Madera, CA
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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 Madera technician a trip for parts.