Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Leonardtown and the St. Mary's County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Leonardtown
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Leonardtown. The rest are spread across Woodbridge (7), Alexandria (5), and Waldorf (4). Distances run up to about 41 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 17.6 miles out. 15 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Leonardtown is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 17.6, 18.7, 19.7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Leonardtown list: Appliance Guys (19.7 miles away, based in Huntingtown, 5.0 stars from 227 reviews); SK Appliance Repair (39.2 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in Prince Frederick, 4.3 stars from 478 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tolo Appliances LLC (41.0 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. 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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
What Leonardtown Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Leonardtown 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Leonardtown
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Leonardtown, MD
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Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Leonardtown
Dryer Repair Near Leonardtown
Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Leonardtown technician a trip for parts.