A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The St. Matthews list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving St. Matthews, KY
38 repair companies serve St. Matthews from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Louisville (20), Clarksville (5), and Jeffersonville (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.6 miles away. 16 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 2.3, 3.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 38 |
Closest matches for St. Matthews: Bodewell Appliances (3.3 miles away, based in Lyndon, 4.8 stars from 9,212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Louisville (3.9 miles away, based in Louisville, 4.8 stars from 988 reviews); Tinks Heavenly Touch Appliance Services (4.7 miles away, based in Jeffersontown, 4.9 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Garry Skaggs Appliance Service (3.7 miles away, based in Louisville, 4.9 stars from 459 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a St. Matthews Dryer Call
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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 St. Matthews
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Around St. Matthews
Most dryer calls in St. Matthews 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.
Questions to Ask a St. Matthews Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- 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?
Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Matthews, KY
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in St. Matthews faster and cheaper.