A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Des Peres and the St. Louis County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Des Peres
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Des Peres. The rest are spread across St. Louis (21), Ellisville (2), and Affton (2). American Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Des Peres. 8 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 2.2, 6.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Des Peres list: Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (2.2 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Appliance Sales, Repair and Parts Center (16.8 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 2,275 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (8.0 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Why the Vent Matters
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Des Peres
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Des Peres
Most dryer calls in Des Peres 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.
Gas appliance and mechanical trade credentials are issued by local governments; Kansas City, for example, certifies gas-fired appliance supervisors, mechanical supervisors and master pipe fitters. Source: KCMO BizCare: Contractor Licensing
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Des Peres Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Des Peres, MO
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Des Peres
Dryer Repair Near Des Peres
Before you call a Des Peres 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.