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. The Madisonville list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Madisonville
Our data shows 34 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Madisonville. 1 of them are based in Madisonville itself, and other nearby bases include Evansville (7), Clarksville (7), and Owensboro (5). Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Madisonville. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 30 businesses. Madisonville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 10.6, 27.0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 34 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
Closest matches for Madisonville: Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.4 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Owensboro (35.0 miles away, based in Owensboro, 4.9 stars from 384 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Clarksville (54.7 miles away, based in Clarksville, 4.8 stars from 770 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.9 miles away, based in Evansville, 4.5 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Madisonville
What Gets Fixed on a Madisonville Dryer Call
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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 Madisonville
Most dryer calls in Madisonville 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 Madisonville
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Madisonville, KY
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
What should I check before calling?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Before you call a Madisonville 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.