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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Dunwoody and the DeKalb County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Dunwoody, GA
40 repair companies serve Dunwoody from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Atlanta (19), Roswell (8), and Alpharetta (4). Nearest on the list: A & R Appliance Repair, LLC, around 2.3 miles out. Of those, 17 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 20 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 2.6, 3.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
Closest matches for Dunwoody: Comfort Appliance Repair of Atlanta (4.5 miles away, based in Chamblee, 4.9 stars from 1,720 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Core Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Alpharetta, 4.8 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Fixer Appliance Repair of Atlanta (6.9 miles away, based in Atlanta, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sandy Springs Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Sandy Springs, 5.0 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Dunwoody
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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.
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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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?
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 Dunwoody
Most dryer calls in Dunwoody 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)
Georgia lists the International Fuel Gas Code among its mandatory state minimum construction codes, and permitting and inspection of gas work is handled by the local governments that enforce those codes. Source: Mandatory and Permissive State Codes (Georgia Department of Community Affairs)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Dunwoody
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Dunwoody, GA
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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 Dunwoody technician a trip for parts.