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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lebanon and the Laclede County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Lebanon
40 repair companies serve Lebanon from within 60 miles. 3 list an address in Lebanon, and the rest are spread across Springfield (31), Buffalo (1), and Marshfield (1). Of those, 5 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Jacobsen Appliances Inc., about 0.3 miles away. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lebanon is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.6, 1.3 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 45 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
The leading options for Lebanon are Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Brothers Appliance Repair (51.6 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.7 stars from 655 reviews); Appliance RX (55.8 miles away, based in Rolla, 4.9 stars from 888 reviews); Edwards Appliance Sales, Service & Self Storage (27.8 miles away, based in Marshfield, 3.9 stars from 31 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Why the Vent Matters
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Lebanon
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
What Lebanon Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Lebanon 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 Lebanon
- 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 is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lebanon, MO
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
How much does dryer repair cost in Lebanon?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Lebanon
Dryer Repair Near Lebanon
Before you call a Lebanon 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.