When a dryer quits in Blaine, 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 Blaine and the Anoka County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Blaine
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Blaine. 5 list an address in Blaine, and the rest are spread across Minneapolis (8), St Paul (4), and Ham Lake (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Anderson's Mechanical Services LLC, about 1.2 miles away. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.4 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 | 13 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.5, 2.5 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Blaine list: Anderson's Mechanical Services LLC (1.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shortie's Appliances (15.3 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.7 stars from 178 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (15.2 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (12.4 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.8 stars from 2,260 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Blaine
Most dryer calls in Blaine 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
The state does not license gas fitters; contractors doing gas work must be bonded with the Department of Labor and Industry, and cities such as Minneapolis and St. Paul set their own gas fitter licensing. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Blaine
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Blaine, MN
Which areas near Blaine do these technicians cover?
What should I check before calling?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
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Dryer Repair Near Blaine
Before you call a Blaine 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.