When a dryer quits in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park and the Wayne County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Highland Park, MI
Within 30 miles of Highland Park there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Highland Park, and other nearby bases include Detroit (17), Warren (5), and Madison Heights (4). 8 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Highland Park Applaince Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Highland Park. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.6, 2.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Highland Park list: Budget Appliances and mattresses (5.5 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.6 stars from 625 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (11.2 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Conner's Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Madison Heights, 4.7 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Highland Park
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
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.
Local Notes for Highland Park
Most dryer calls in Highland 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.
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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Highland Park
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Highland Park, MI
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Highland Park
Dryer Repair Near Highland Park
Before you call a Highland Park 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.