When a dryer quits in Salem, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. Below are the companies within reach of Salem, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians Serving Salem, MA
40 repair companies serve Salem from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Salem, and the rest are spread across Peabody (5), Lynn (5), and Revere (5). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: Adesso Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. 12 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.6, 1.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Salem: Mr. Appliance of Salem (3.4 miles away, based in Beverly, 4.6 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fasteny Appliance Repair LLC (8.0 miles away, based in Revere, 4.9 stars from 392 reviews, lists Saturday hours); iPlushop Appliance Sales, Repair & Home Service (4.1 miles away, based in Peabody, 5.0 stars from 75 reviews); Master of Appliances Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 288 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Salem, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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 Salem
Most dryer calls in Salem 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
Gas piping to appliances must be done by a licensed gas fitter or a licensed master or journeyman plumber, under a permit from the local inspector, with licensing by the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
Before You Book in Salem
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Salem, MA
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Which areas near Salem do these technicians cover?
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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 Salem technician a trip for parts.