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 Taylor and the Wayne County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Taylor
40 repair companies serve Taylor from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Taylor itself, and the rest are spread across Livonia (8), Detroit (6), and Lincoln Park (5). 11 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Clean Appliance Repair Solutions is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Taylor. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Taylor. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.4, 1.8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
Closest matches for Taylor: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (12.1 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Budget Appliances and mattresses (11.0 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.6 stars from 625 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Busen's Appliance (4.8 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.5 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr me appliances (8.7 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.2 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Taylor Dryer Call
Why the Vent Matters
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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?
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.
What Taylor Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Taylor 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 Taylor
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Taylor, MI
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Is there anything I can try first?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Taylor
Dryer Repair Near Taylor
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 Taylor technician a trip for parts.