When a dryer quits in Crestwood, 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 Crestwood and the Oldham County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Crestwood
Within 30 miles of Crestwood there are 39 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Crestwood itself, and the rest are spread across Louisville (20), Clarksville (5), and Jeffersonville (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. The closest is Appliance Professionals Parts and Service, about 1.0 miles away. 15 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 39 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 4.9, 6.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
First up for Crestwood: Bodewell Appliances (7.6 miles away, based in Lyndon, 4.8 stars from 9,212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Professionals Parts and Service (1.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 140 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Louisville (6.8 miles away, based in Louisville, 4.8 stars from 988 reviews); Tinks Heavenly Touch Appliance Services (10.3 miles away, based in Jeffersontown, 4.9 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
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
Before replacing a dryer in Crestwood, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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.
Local Notes for Crestwood
Most dryer calls in Crestwood 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Crestwood
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Crestwood, KY
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Crestwood
Dryer Repair Near Crestwood
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Crestwood faster and cheaper.