When a dryer quits in Trenton, 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 Trenton and the Wayne County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Trenton, MI
Within 30 miles of Trenton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Detroit (10), Lincoln Park (5), and Allen Park (3). The closest is Richard Brothers Appliance., about 2.2 miles away. Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Trenton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 3.4, 4.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
The leading options for Trenton are Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (19.2 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Budget Appliances and mattresses (16.3 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.6 stars from 625 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Busen's Appliance (7.3 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.5 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.3 miles away, based in Monroe, 4.6 stars from 441 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Trenton
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Dryer Notes for Trenton, MI
Most dryer calls in Trenton 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 Trenton
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- 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?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Trenton, MI
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Why is my dryer squealing?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Trenton
Dryer Repair Near Trenton
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 Trenton technician a trip for parts.