When a dryer quits in Suitland, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Suitland and the Prince George's County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Suitland
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Suitland. Other nearby bases include Washington (19), Alexandria (3), and Hillcrest Heights (2). The closest is Total Appliance Repair Inc., about 0.7 miles away. 10 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Suitland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.4, 1.5 |
First up for Suitland: SK Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (5.9 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); UltraFix Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Suitland
What Gets Fixed on a Suitland Dryer Call
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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.
Around Suitland
Most dryer calls in Suitland 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 Suitland
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Suitland, MD
What should I check before calling?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Suitland
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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 Suitland technician a trip for parts.