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. The Kennett list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Kennett
Within 60 miles of Kennett there are 24 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Kennett, and the rest are spread across Paragould (2), Poplar Bluff (2), and Jonesboro (2). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Kennett is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kennett. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 22.8, 23.5 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 24 |
Closest matches for Kennett: Mr. Appliance of Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau and Farmington (44.7 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.9 stars from 551 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Blytheville, 4.4 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.5 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Kennett Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 Kennett
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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
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.
What Kennett Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Kennett 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 Kennett Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Kennett, MO
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Kennett faster and cheaper.