A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Dryer Technicians Serving New London, CT
We found 20 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of New London. 2 of them are based in New London itself, and other nearby bases include Westerly (5), Groton (2), and Norwich (2). 5 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: BJ Appliance Service, around 0.5 miles out. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.9, 2.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 20 |
The leading options for New London are Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Waterford, 4.8 stars from 291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (14.7 miles away, based in Westerly, 4.9 stars from 947 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Keith's Appliances (11.0 miles away, based in Norwich, 4.9 stars from 1,992 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Keith's Appliances (7.2 miles away, based in Mystic, 4.9 stars from 1,021 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a New London Dryer Call
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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 bearing replacement: $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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
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 New London
Most dryer calls in New London 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.
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
In Connecticut, you can check a license with the CT Department of Consumer Protection: Verify a License or report a problem to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a New London Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: New London, CT
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Which areas near New London do these technicians cover?
Dryer Repair by Brand in New London
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Before you call a New London 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.