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 Wixom and the Oakland County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Wixom, MI
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Wixom. The rest are spread across Livonia (11), Waterford Township (6), and Brighton (3). 14 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Batteries Plus Phone Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.6 miles from Wixom. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.6, 3.9, 5.2 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 21 |
At the top of the Wixom list: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (12.8 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (12.7 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.8 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Michigan Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Hartland, 4.8 stars from 863 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Wixom
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Wixom
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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 Wixom, MI
Most dryer calls in Wixom 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 Wixom
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Wixom, MI
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
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Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Wixom
Dryer Repair Near Wixom
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 Wixom technician a trip for parts.