A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Waltham list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Waltham, MA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Waltham. 4 list an address in Waltham, and other nearby bases include Newton (7), Cambridge (5), and Watertown (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. The closest is FAST FIX APPLIANCE REPAIR INC, about 1.2 miles away. Of those, 10 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waltham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.3, 1.7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Waltham: Appliance Doctor Corp (1.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Cambridge, 4.8 stars from 1,527 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix It Guy Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Needham, 4.5 stars from 117 reviews); Frostline Boston Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Newton, 4.9 stars from 148 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Waltham
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Waltham
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Waltham
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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.
Local Notes for Waltham
Most dryer calls in Waltham 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)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Waltham
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Waltham, MA
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Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
How much does dryer repair cost in Waltham?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Waltham
Dryer Repair Near Waltham
Before you call a Waltham 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.