Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. The Plymouth list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dryer Repair in Plymouth, MI
Within 30 miles of Plymouth there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Plymouth itself, and other nearby bases include Livonia (11), Detroit (8), and Dearborn Heights (3). Of those, 10 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Westland Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Plymouth. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Plymouth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.2, 3.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Plymouth: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (5.0 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Budget Appliances and mattresses (13.8 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.6 stars from 625 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.6 stars from 258 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Dearborn Heights (9.5 miles away, based in Dearborn Heights, 4.5 stars from 233 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Plymouth
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
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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 Plymouth
Most dryer calls in Plymouth 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 Plymouth
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Plymouth, MI
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Is there anything I can try first?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
How much does dryer repair cost in Plymouth?
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Before you call a Plymouth 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.