When a dryer quits in Joplin, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Joplin list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Joplin, MO
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Joplin. 8 list an address in Joplin, and the rest are spread across Pittsburg (2), Carthage (1), and Baxter Springs (1). Distances run up to about 27 miles. The closest is Hillbilly Outlet, about 0.7 miles away. 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 3.7 stars across 12 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.9, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
At the top of the Joplin list: Mr. Appliance of Joplin (0.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bowers Service Co (11.8 miles away, based in Carthage, 4.8 stars from 156 reviews); Big M Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Baxter Springs, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Around Joplin
Most dryer calls in Joplin 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Joplin
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Joplin, MO
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Joplin
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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 Joplin technician a trip for parts.