When a dryer quits in Kihei, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Kihei and the Maui County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Kihei
Our data shows 5 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Kihei. Other nearby bases include Lahaina (2), Makawao (1), and Wailuku (1). Distances run up to about 21 miles. 1 of them mentions dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC, around 7.2 miles out. The 3 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Kihei is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.2, 7.4, 8.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 5 |
At the top of the Kihei list: Sears Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (7.2 miles away, based in Makawao, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); almost anything (7.4 miles away, based in Wailuku).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Kihei
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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 Kihei
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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
What Kihei Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Kihei 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
Questions to Ask a Kihei Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Kihei, HI
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What should I check before calling?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Kihei
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Before you call a Kihei 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.