When a dryer quits in Annapolis, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Annapolis
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Annapolis. 2 of them are based in Annapolis itself, and the rest are spread across Laurel (5), Glen Burnie (4), and Edgewater (3). Mr. Appliance of Annapolis is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Annapolis. 10 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.2 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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 2.5, 3.8 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Annapolis: Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Appliance Guys (3.8 miles away, based in Edgewater, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, 4.3 stars from 194 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (18.5 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Annapolis 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
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 Annapolis, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
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 Annapolis
Most dryer calls in Annapolis 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
The Maryland Board of Plumbing issues master, journey and apprentice natural gas fitter licenses and a propane gas fitter certificate, and recognizes certain Baltimore County and WSSC gas fitter licenses. Source: Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions ยง 12-302 (Maryland General Assembly)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Annapolis
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Annapolis, MD
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Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Annapolis
Dryer Repair Near Annapolis
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Annapolis faster and cheaper.