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. The Florissant list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Florissant, MO
Within 30 miles of Florissant there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Florissant itself, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (17), Alton (4), and Hazelwood (3). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Appliance Repair and Home Service, about 0.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 28 businesses.
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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.7, 1.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
Closest matches for Florissant: P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (8.8 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (16.5 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of St. Charles (16.1 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Florissant Dryer Call
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Local Notes for Florissant
Most dryer calls in Florissant 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 Florissant Technician
- 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: Florissant, MO
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Florissant technician a trip for parts.