When a dryer quits in Frederick, 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.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Frederick
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Frederick. 8 list an address in Frederick, and other nearby bases include Gaithersburg (11), Germantown (5), and Boyds (4). Distances run up to about 23 miles. Nearest on the list: Mike's Appliance Services, around 1.4 miles out. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Frederick. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.7, 1.9 |
At the top of the Frederick list: Fuse Service Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Frederick County (2.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 514 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, 4.3 stars from 715 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FDP Appliances Care (3.2 miles away, 1.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
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 Frederick
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Dryer Notes for Frederick, MD
Most dryer calls in Frederick 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.
Before You Book in Frederick
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Frederick, MD
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Frederick
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Frederick faster and cheaper.