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. Below are the companies within reach of Wayne, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Wayne
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Wayne. 2 list an address in Wayne, and other nearby bases include Livonia (11), Detroit (5), and Lincoln Park (5). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. 11 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Wayne Appliance Repair Solutions is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Wayne. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.4, 2.6 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
First up for Wayne: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (7.4 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Budget Appliances and mattresses (11.9 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.6 stars from 625 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Busen's Appliance (10.9 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.5 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Dearborn Heights (5.9 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
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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.
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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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?
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.
Local Notes for Wayne
Most dryer calls in Wayne 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 Wayne
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Wayne faster and cheaper.