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 Sulphur and the Calcasieu County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Sulphur
Our data shows 30 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sulphur. The rest are spread across Lake Charles (9), Beaumont (7), and Orange (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. Nearest on the list: Westlake Refrigeration & Appliance Services, around 6.7 miles out. 10 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 27 businesses. Sulphur is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.7, 6.7, 6.7 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 30 |
First up for Sulphur: Matt's New & Used Appliances (8.6 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.5 stars from 306 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.4 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Beaumont (47.9 miles away, based in Beaumont, 4.9 stars from 343 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Sulphur
What Gets Fixed on a Sulphur Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. 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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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 Sulphur
Most dryer calls in Sulphur 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)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Sulphur Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Sulphur, LA
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Sulphur
Dryer Repair Near Sulphur
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 Sulphur technician a trip for parts.