A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Lafayette list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dryer Repair in Lafayette, LA
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lafayette. 8 list an address in Lafayette, and the rest are spread across Opelousas (4), Maurice (3), and Scott (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. All Pro Appliance Services LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Lafayette. Of those, 4 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 27 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.8, 3.2 |
Closest matches for Lafayette: Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (4.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Pro Appliance Services LLC (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.7 miles away, based in Opelousas, 4.3 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Lafayette
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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.
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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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 Lafayette
Most dryer calls in Lafayette 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 Lafayette
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lafayette, LA
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Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Lafayette
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Before you call a Lafayette 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.