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 Camp Springs and the Prince George's County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Camp Springs
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Camp Springs. 1 of them are based in Camp Springs itself, and other nearby bases include Washington (14), Alexandria (8), and Fort Washington (4). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Nearest on the list: G M Appliance Services LLC, around 0.3 miles out. 12 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Camp Springs. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.6, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
First up for Camp Springs: SK Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (8.1 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Appliance Care (9.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Camp Springs
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- 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 Camp Springs
Most dryer calls in Camp Springs 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)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Camp Springs
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Camp Springs, MD
What should I check before calling?
Do you cover Camp Springs and nearby towns?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Camp Springs
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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 Camp Springs technician a trip for parts.