Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Newman and the Stanislaus County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Newman, CA
Our data shows 28 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Newman. Other nearby bases include Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Patterson (2). Nearest on the list: Robert's Maintenance Services, around 11.2 miles out. 5 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 22 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 28 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 11.2, 12.1, 13.3 |
Closest matches for Newman: Sears Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.3 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.8 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.4 miles away, based in Merced, 4.2 stars from 169 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meno's Appliances (23.3 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Newman
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Newman
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Newman, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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 Newman
Most dryer calls in Newman 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
Questions to Ask a Newman Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Newman, CA
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Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Newman
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Before you call a Newman 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.