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. The Oak Ridge list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Oak Ridge
Within 30 miles of Oak Ridge there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Orlando (37), Windermere (1), and Azalea Park (1). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Tran Appliance Repair (25% OFF ALL SERVICES) is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Oak Ridge. 14 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.1, 2.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Oak Ridge: Aggressive Appliances (5.5 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.9 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reliable Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.6 stars from 382 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JL Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Orlando, 5.0 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.6 stars from 214 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Oak Ridge
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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?
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Oak Ridge, FL
Most dryer calls in Oak Ridge 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Oak Ridge
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Oak Ridge, FL
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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 Oak Ridge technician a trip for parts.