A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Laplace and the St. John the Baptist County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Laplace
Within 30 miles of Laplace there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Laplace, and the rest are spread across Metairie (10), New Orleans (5), and Kenner (4). Distances run up to about 27 miles. 14 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Laplace Appliance Repair., about 0.5 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Laplace. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 20 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 4.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 52 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
Closest matches for Laplace: A-Pro Appliance Repair (16.0 miles away, based in Metairie, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Broussard Appliance Service (19.5 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); A&R Appliance Repair (13.0 miles away, based in Kenner, 4.7 stars from 48 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Laplace
What Gets Fixed on a Laplace Dryer Call
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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 Laplace
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:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Dryer Notes for Laplace, LA
Most dryer calls in Laplace 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 Laplace
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Laplace, LA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Laplace
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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 Laplace technician a trip for parts.