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 Ferriday and the Concordia County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Ferriday, LA
Our data shows 8 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Ferriday. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (4), Pineville (2), and Natchez (1). Of those, 3 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Dees Appliance Repair., around 12.7 miles out. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Ferriday is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ferriday. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.7, 50.2, 53.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
Closest matches for Ferriday: Dees Appliance Repair. (12.7 miles away, based in Natchez, 4.7 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (58.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.2 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (53.7 miles away, based in Pineville, 4.5 stars from 108 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Henry's Appliance Services. (58.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.1 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Ferriday
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Ferriday
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Dryer Notes for Ferriday, LA
Most dryer calls in Ferriday 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
The State Plumbing Board of Louisiana licenses gas fitters and master gas fitters for natural gas piping and appliance work, while mechanical contractors remain under the State Licensing Board for Contractors and certain LP gas installations under the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Commission. Source: La. R.S. 37:1367 (Louisiana State Legislature)
Before You Book in Ferriday
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Ferriday, LA
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Ferriday technician a trip for parts.