When a dryer quits in Centerville, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Centerville list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Centerville, GA
Our data shows 30 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Centerville. 1 of them are based in Centerville itself, and the rest are spread across Macon (10), Warner Robins (9), and Byron (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Centerville. 8 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 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) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 30 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 2.3, 3.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
First up for Centerville: Mr. Appliance of Macon (3.3 miles away, based in Byron, 4.9 stars from 592 reviews); Appliance Mart (4.6 miles away, based in Warner Robins, 4.5 stars from 50 reviews); S&A Appliance Repair, LLC (3.5 miles away, based in Warner Robins, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Redo Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Warner Robins, 4.1 stars from 221 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Centerville
Before replacing a dryer in Centerville, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Around Centerville
Most dryer calls in Centerville 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Centerville
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Centerville, GA
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Centerville faster and cheaper.