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 Rochester and the Oakland County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Rochester, MI
40 repair companies serve Rochester from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Rochester itself, and the rest are spread across Clinton Township (5), Madison Heights (4), and Waterford Township (4). Nearest on the list: Sargent Appliance, around 0.7 miles out. 21 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.5, 1.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 27 |
The leading options for Rochester are Sargent Appliance (10.8 miles away, based in Macomb, 4.8 stars from 1,520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (14.0 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sargent Appliance (14.3 miles away, based in Clinton Township, 4.8 stars from 690 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sargent Appliance (0.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 520 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Rochester
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Rochester
Before replacing a dryer in Rochester, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
What Rochester Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Rochester 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Rochester
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Rochester, MI
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Rochester
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Rochester faster and cheaper.