When a dryer quits in Takoma Park, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Takoma Park list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dryer Repair in Takoma Park, MD
Within 30 miles of Takoma Park there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Takoma Park, and other nearby bases include Washington (14), Silver Spring (7), and Hyattsville (3). 3 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Takoma Park Local Appliance Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Takoma Park. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Takoma Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Takoma Park list: ABV Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (7.0 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Takoma Park
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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?
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.
What Takoma Park Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Takoma Park 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Takoma Park
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Takoma Park, MD
Is there anything I can try first?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Which areas near Takoma Park do these technicians cover?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Takoma Park
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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 Takoma Park technician a trip for parts.