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 Forsyth and the Monroe County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Forsyth
Our data shows 22 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Forsyth. 2 of them are based in Forsyth itself, and other nearby bases include Macon (10), McDonough (6), and Byron (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Mid-State Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Forsyth. 2 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.2 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 4.6, 15.6 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 22 |
First up for Forsyth: Mr. Appliance of Macon (29.3 miles away, based in Byron, 4.9 stars from 592 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.1 miles away, based in Macon, 4.2 stars from 229 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Next Door Appliance Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Macon, 4.7 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Budget Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, 1.7 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Forsyth
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Forsyth
Most dryer calls in Forsyth 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)
Questions to Ask a Forsyth Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- 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?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Forsyth, GA
What should I check before calling?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Forsyth
Dryer Repair Near Forsyth
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Forsyth faster and cheaper.