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 Madison Heights and the Oakland County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Madison Heights, MI
40 repair companies serve Madison Heights from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Madison Heights, and other nearby bases include Detroit (9), Warren (5), and Royal Oak (3). Of those, 13 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Cathy's Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Madison Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 0.9, 1.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 22 |
The leading options for Madison Heights are Detroit Appliance (7.9 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Conner's Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AJ's Appliance Repair & HVAC (7.9 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.6 stars from 1,181 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Madison Heights
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Madison Heights
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
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.
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:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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 Madison Heights
Most dryer calls in Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights
- 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: Madison Heights, MI
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
What should I check before calling?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Madison Heights
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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 Madison Heights technician a trip for parts.