A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Byron Center
Within 30 miles of Byron Center there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Byron Center, and the rest are spread across Grand Rapids (9), Holland (5), and Grandville (3). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The closest is Star Appliance Repair Services, about 2.0 miles away. 9 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 35 businesses.
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.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 2.7, 4.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 36 |
At the top of the Byron Center list: Sears Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Grand Rapids, 4.6 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Grandville, 4.3 stars from 492 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nawara Brothers Home Store (10.6 miles away, based in Grand Rapids, 4.9 stars from 611 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UDG Services LLC (23.4 miles away, based in Holland, 4.9 stars from 242 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Byron Center
What Gets Fixed on a Byron Center Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Byron Center
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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.
Local Notes for Byron Center
Most dryer calls in Byron Center 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
Gas piping work is licensed by the state through mechanical contractor specialty classifications, including fuel gas piping, fuel gas piping and venting, and LP distribution piping. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
Before You Book in Byron Center
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Byron Center, MI
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Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Byron Center
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Before you call a Byron Center 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.