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 Hopkins and the Hennepin County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Hopkins, MN
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hopkins. 5 list an address in Hopkins, and the rest are spread across Minneapolis (12), Eden Prairie (5), and Plymouth (4). Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Beacon Appliance Repair Solution is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Hopkins. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 23 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hopkins. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
The leading options for Hopkins are West Metro Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Eden Prairie, 4.8 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours); West Metro Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Wayzata, 5.0 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (12.6 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Minnetonka, 4.4 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Hopkins Dryer Call
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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?
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 Hopkins
Most dryer calls in Hopkins 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
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Hopkins
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Hopkins, MN
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Do you cover Hopkins and nearby towns?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Hopkins
Dryer Repair Near Hopkins
Before you call a Hopkins 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.