Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Davenport and the Scott County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Davenport
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Davenport. 20 list an address in Davenport, and other nearby bases include Moline (6), Bettendorf (3), and Muscatine (2). Distances run up to about 24 miles. The closest is Steward Appliance Repair Professionals, about 0.4 miles away. 4 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 46 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.6, 1.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Davenport are Zeglin's Home TV & Appliance (8.1 miles away, based in Moline, 4.2 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zirkelbach Home Appliance (29.1 miles away, based in Clinton, 4.7 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 3.8 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Washer & Dryer Repair (23.9 miles away, based in Muscatine, 4.3 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Local Notes for Davenport
Most dryer calls in Davenport 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
Fuel gas piping falls within Iowa's statutory definition of plumbing, and gas lines tied to HVAC, hydronic and refrigeration systems are covered by those mechanical licenses, all issued by the state Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board; people qualified under liquefied petroleum gas rules may work on propane equipment and its piping. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Davenport
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Davenport, IA
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
What should I check before calling?
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Before you call a Davenport 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.