When a dryer quits in Fulton, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Fulton and the Callaway County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Fulton
Our data shows 18 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fulton. 2 of them are based in Fulton itself, and other nearby bases include Columbia (8), Jefferson City (6), and Holts Summit (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.8 miles out. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 2.4, 19.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
At the top of the Fulton list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Downtown Appliance Home Center (21.2 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.8 stars from 399 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.9 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.6 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.5 miles away, based in Jefferson City, 4.1 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Fulton
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Fulton
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $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 Fulton
Most dryer calls in Fulton 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Fulton
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Fulton, MO
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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 Fulton technician a trip for parts.