When a dryer quits in Murrieta, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Murrieta and the Riverside County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Murrieta
40 repair companies serve Murrieta from within 30 miles. 11 of them are based in Murrieta itself, and the rest are spread across Temecula (10), Menifee (6), and Lake Elsinore (6). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. The closest is SERVICE TECHNICIAN, about 0.3 miles away. Of those, 16 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Murrieta. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.8, 1.1 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 22 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Murrieta list: TNE Service (5.5 miles away, based in Temecula, 4.9 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Action Appliance (4.9 miles away, based in Temecula, 4.3 stars from 108 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Temecula, 4.8 stars from 520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jim Appliance Repair of Murrieta (1.8 miles away, 4.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Murrieta
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Murrieta, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Murrieta
Most dryer calls in Murrieta 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 Murrieta
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Murrieta, CA
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Do you cover Murrieta and nearby towns?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Murrieta
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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 Murrieta technician a trip for parts.