When a dryer quits in Four Corners, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. Below are the companies within reach of Four Corners, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians Serving Four Corners, MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Four Corners. The rest are spread across Silver Spring (12), Bethesda (6), and Washington (4). 5 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Five Star Silver Spring Appliance Repair, about 0.2 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 1.4, 1.8 |
The leading options for Four Corners are ABV Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); Trusted Home Experts (8.8 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Four Corners
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Four Corners
Before replacing a dryer in Four Corners, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What Four Corners Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Four Corners 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 Four Corners Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Four Corners faster and cheaper.