Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. 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 Bloomington
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bloomington. 4 list an address in Bloomington, and other nearby bases include Minneapolis (8), Burnsville (5), and Eden Prairie (5). Nearest on the list: Advanced Appliance Repair Bloomington., around 1.4 miles out. 12 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.4, 1.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Bloomington: Tony's Appliance (5.7 miles away, based in Burnsville, 4.9 stars from 1,214 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (8.1 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.7 stars from 1,914 reviews, lists Saturday hours); West Metro Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Eden Prairie, 4.8 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SERVICE MATTERS Heating & Air & Appliance Repair LLC (10.1 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.9 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Bloomington
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Bloomington, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- 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?
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 Bloomington, MN
Most dryer calls in Bloomington 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
Questions to Ask a Bloomington Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Bloomington, MN
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
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Before you call a Bloomington 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.