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 Faribault and the Rice County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Faribault
Within 60 miles of Faribault there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Faribault itself, and other nearby bases include Burnsville (5), Mankato (4), and Bloomington (4). Distances run up to about 40 miles. 11 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Cannon TV & Appliance Services, around 0.6 miles out. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Faribault is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 29 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.2, 1.2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
First up for Faribault: Quality Appliance (1.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 213 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tony's Appliance (31.1 miles away, based in Burnsville, 4.9 stars from 1,214 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (30.2 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.7 stars from 1,914 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SERVICE MATTERS Heating & Air & Appliance Repair LLC (30.5 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.9 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Faribault
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
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:
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
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 Faribault
Most dryer calls in Faribault 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 Faribault Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Faribault, MN
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Dryer Repair Near Faribault
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Faribault faster and cheaper.