Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. 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.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Cheverly
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cheverly. 1 list an address in Cheverly, and the rest are spread across Washington (16), Hyattsville (4), and Takoma Park (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. The closest is ProFix Appliance Services, about 0.2 miles away. Of those, 7 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cheverly. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.7, 2.3 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
Closest matches for Cheverly: SK Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (4.3 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); UltraFix Appliance Repair (9.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Cheverly
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Cheverly
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 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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 Cheverly
Most dryer calls in Cheverly 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Cheverly
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Cheverly, MD
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Cheverly
Dryer Repair Near Cheverly
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 Cheverly technician a trip for parts.