A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Rockland list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Rockland
21 repair companies serve Rockland from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Auburn (4), Bangor (3), and Sedgwick (1). 9 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Mr. Matt LLC is the nearest, roughly 28.0 miles from Rockland. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Rockland 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.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 21 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 28.0, 28.6, 32.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
Closest matches for Rockland: Agren (43.6 miles away, based in Topsham, 4.9 stars from 2,165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (54.3 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.8 stars from 1,332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brown Appliance And Mattress (45.6 miles away, based in Ellsworth, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave's Appliance (43.4 miles away, based in Winthrop, 4.8 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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.
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 belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Rockland
Most dryer calls in Rockland 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
The Maine Fuel Board licenses propane and natural gas technicians, who install, repair and service gas equipment under specific authorizations, including appliance connection and service and large equipment connection and service. Source: Maine Revised Statutes Title 32, ยง18135: Propane and natural gas technician
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Rockland
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Rockland, ME
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Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Rockland
Dryer Repair Near Rockland
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Rockland faster and cheaper.