When a dryer quits in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette and the Boulder County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Lafayette, CO
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lafayette. 3 list an address in Lafayette, and the rest are spread across Westminster (14), Thornton (7), and Broomfield (6). 8 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Vanguard Lafayette Appliance Repair Co, about 0.5 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 32 businesses.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.3, 1.9 |
At the top of the Lafayette list: Mr. Appliance of Boulder (5.8 miles away, based in Boulder, 4.8 stars from 598 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elevation Appliance and Fireplace (8.7 miles away, based in Frederick, 5.0 stars from 167 reviews); Appliance Factory (9.8 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.6 stars from 1,109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Master Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Thornton, 5.0 stars from 223 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Lafayette
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
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
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:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- 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?
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.
Around Lafayette
Most dryer calls in Lafayette 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.
Questions to Ask a Lafayette Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lafayette, CO
Why is my dryer squealing?
Which areas near Lafayette do these technicians cover?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Lafayette
Dryer Repair Near Lafayette
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 Lafayette technician a trip for parts.