A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Glen Burnie and the Anne Arundel County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Glen Burnie
Within 30 miles of Glen Burnie there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Glen Burnie itself, and other nearby bases include Baltimore (13), Crofton (3), and Pasadena (2). 7 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Gracie Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Glen Burnie. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 |
Closest matches for Glen Burnie: Landers Appliance (13.8 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (13.4 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Howard County (13.9 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.3 stars from 194 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Glen Burnie, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Local Notes for Glen Burnie
Most dryer calls in Glen Burnie 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)
The Maryland Board of Plumbing issues master, journey and apprentice natural gas fitter licenses and a propane gas fitter certificate, and recognizes certain Baltimore County and WSSC gas fitter licenses. Source: Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions ยง 12-302 (Maryland General Assembly)
Questions to Ask a Glen Burnie Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Glen Burnie, MD
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Glen Burnie
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Before you call a Glen Burnie technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.