When a dryer quits in Carrollton, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. Below are the companies within reach of Carrollton, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Carrollton
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Carrollton. 1 list an address in Carrollton, and other nearby bases include Douglasville (7), Dallas (3), and Villa Rica (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: BG APPLIANCE REPAIR INC, around 2.9 miles out. Of those, 5 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 24 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.9, 9.1, 11.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
First up for Carrollton: Mr. Appliance of Douglasville (20.7 miles away, based in Douglasville, 4.7 stars from 997 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.0 miles away, based in Douglasville, 4.7 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Deep South Appliance Service (28.1 miles away, based in Dallas, 4.9 stars from 265 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Virgils Preowned Appliances (20.8 miles away, based in Douglasville, 3.4 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Carrollton
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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
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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- 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?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Carrollton, GA
Most dryer calls in Carrollton 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 Carrollton
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Carrollton, GA
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Before you call a Carrollton 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.