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 Hyattsville and the Prince George's County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Hyattsville, MD
40 repair companies serve Hyattsville from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Hyattsville, and other nearby bases include Washington (18), Silver Spring (6), and Takoma Park (3). The closest is dc metro commercial appliance repair, about 1.0 miles away. 2 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hyattsville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.7, 1.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
First up for Hyattsville: SK Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABV Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (7.4 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Hyattsville
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Why the Vent Matters
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 Hyattsville
Before replacing a dryer in Hyattsville, 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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?
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.
Around Hyattsville
Most dryer calls in Hyattsville 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)
Before You Book in Hyattsville
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Hyattsville, MD
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Hyattsville faster and cheaper.