A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Fort Lupton and the Weld County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Fort Lupton, CO
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fort Lupton. The rest are spread across Thornton (15), Longmont (6), and Westminster (4). Distances run up to about 19 miles. 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The closest is Elevation Appliance and Fireplace, about 9.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fort Lupton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.8, 11.4, 11.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
Closest matches for Fort Lupton: Elevation Appliance and Fireplace (9.8 miles away, based in Frederick, 5.0 stars from 167 reviews); Fix Master Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Thornton, 5.0 stars from 223 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Factory (20.9 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.6 stars from 1,109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Onward Appliance Techs (13.3 miles away, based in Commerce City, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Check the Vent Before You Call
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Fort Lupton
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Local Notes for Fort Lupton
Most dryer calls in Fort Lupton 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.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
In Colorado, you can check a license with the Colorado DORA License Lookup or report a problem to the Colorado Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Fort Lupton
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Fort Lupton, CO
Is there anything I can try first?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do you cover Fort Lupton and nearby towns?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Fort Lupton
Dryer Repair Near Fort Lupton
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 Fort Lupton technician a trip for parts.