A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. Below are the companies within reach of Piedmont, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians Serving Piedmont, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Piedmont. 2 of them are based in Piedmont itself, and the rest are spread across Oakland (28), Berkeley (5), and Alameda (3). 5 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Experienced Home Appliance Repair Mechanics, around 0.2 miles out. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 1.0, 1.1 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Piedmont list: Prime Fix Appliances Repair (9.7 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kerenza Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.7 stars from 795 reviews); Zuta Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Berkeley, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Piedmont Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Piedmont 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 Piedmont
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Piedmont, CA
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Piedmont
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Piedmont faster and cheaper.