Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Redlands, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Redlands
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Redlands. 7 of them are based in Redlands itself, and other nearby bases include San Bernardino (14), Yucaipa (6), and Moreno Valley (6). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Of those, 5 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Whitmore Appliance Repair Pros, about 0.3 miles away. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Redlands. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.9, 1.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
At the top of the Redlands list: Family Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Highland, 4.7 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in San Bernardino, 4.6 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.8 miles away, based in Riverside, 4.7 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AM&M Appliance Service and Parts (9.4 miles away, based in Moreno Valley, 4.7 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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
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:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- 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 Redlands
Most dryer calls in Redlands 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 Redlands Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Redlands, CA
Is there anything I can try first?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Redlands
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Before you call a Redlands 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.