A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Local Dryer Repair in Makaha, HI
37 repair companies serve Makaha from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Honolulu (18), Waipahu (3), and Aiea (3). Nearest on the list: Makaha Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. 7 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Makaha. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 9.5, 11.7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 37 |
At the top of the Makaha list: Sears Appliance Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Kaneohe, 4.8 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Hawai'i (14.2 miles away, based in Waipahu, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.8 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.6 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Aiea, 4.2 stars from 760 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Makaha
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
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 Makaha
Before replacing a dryer in Makaha, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Makaha
Most dryer calls in Makaha 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).
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Makaha
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Makaha, HI
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why is my dryer squealing?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Makaha faster and cheaper.