When a dryer quits in Lanham, 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 Lanham, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Lanham
Within 30 miles of Lanham there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Lanham, and the rest are spread across Hyattsville (4), Laurel (4), and Bowie (3). The closest is pj appliance, about 0.9 miles away. 8 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.6, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
First up for Lanham: SK Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (4.0 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Forestville, 4.2 stars from 420 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Check the Vent Before You Call
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Lanham
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Timer replacement: $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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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 Lanham
Most dryer calls in Lanham 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Lanham
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
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Before you call a Lanham 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.