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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Clinton and the Prince George's County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Clinton
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Clinton. 1 of them are based in Clinton itself, and the rest are spread across Alexandria (11), Washington (5), and Fort Washington (4). 14 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Clinton. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Clinton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 3.1, 3.5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
At the top of the Clinton list: SK Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (9.5 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (10.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews); UltraFix Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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.
Around Clinton
Most dryer calls in Clinton 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.
Questions to Ask a Clinton Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Clinton, MD
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Clinton
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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 Clinton technician a trip for parts.