Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. The Augusta list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Augusta
Our data shows 28 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Augusta. 16 list an address in Augusta, and the rest are spread across Aiken (4), North Augusta (2), and Clearwater (2). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Davis Appliance & Furniture is the nearest, roughly 3.9 miles from Augusta. Of those, 4 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Augusta. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 28 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.9, 5.9, 6.5 |
Closest matches for Augusta: Beech Island Appliance Service Co. (11.2 miles away, based in Beech Island, 4.9 stars from 159 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, 4.5 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of West Augusta (11.3 miles away, 4.1 stars from 735 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in Aiken, 4.4 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Augusta Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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.
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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.
Local Notes for Augusta
Most dryer calls in Augusta 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Augusta
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Augusta, GA
Which areas near Augusta do these technicians cover?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
What should I check before calling?
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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 Augusta technician a trip for parts.