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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Williamston
We found 19 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Williamston. Other nearby bases include Lansing (5), Howell (2), and Brighton (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Shaw's Appliance Service - Servicing Dansville, Mason, Leslie, Holt, Lansing and East Lansing, about 10.0 miles away. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Williamston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.0, 11.5, 11.9 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
First up for Williamston: Lane’s Appliance Sales and Service (11.9 miles away, based in Lansing, 4.8 stars from 1,676 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gilbert’s Hardware and Appliance (22.4 miles away, based in Owosso, 4.7 stars from 573 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (27.4 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.9 miles away, based in Lansing, 4.3 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Williamston
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
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Williamston Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Williamston 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 Williamston
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- 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: Williamston, MI
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Dryer Repair Near Williamston
Before you call a Williamston 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.