Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Eastpointe and the Macomb County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Eastpointe
Within 30 miles of Eastpointe there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Eastpointe, and the rest are spread across Detroit (6), Clinton Township (6), and Warren (5). Distances run up to about 11 miles. Of those, 16 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Greenlite Repair Service, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 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 | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.2, 1.8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 22 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Eastpointe: Detroit Appliance (4.2 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sargent Appliance (7.2 miles away, based in Clinton Township, 4.8 stars from 690 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A & E Appliance Repair, Parts & Service (2.3 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.6 stars from 1,415 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- 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
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Eastpointe
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Local Notes for Eastpointe
Most dryer calls in Eastpointe 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
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Eastpointe
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Eastpointe, MI
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Eastpointe faster and cheaper.