When a dryer quits in Lee's Summit, 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 Lee's Summit and the Jackson County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Lee's Summit
40 repair companies serve Lee's Summit from within 30 miles. 6 of them are based in Lee's Summit itself, and the rest are spread across Kansas City (13), Overland Park (7), and Independence (6). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Nearest on the list: Kimball Appliance Parts and Service, around 1.2 miles out. 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
First up for Lee's Summit: Mr. Appliance of Lee's Summit and Raymore (3.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 214 reviews); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Independence, 4.8 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tager Appliance Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Olathe, 4.9 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Independence, 4.5 stars from 909 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Lee's Summit
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Lee's Summit
Before replacing a dryer in Lee's Summit, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
Around Lee's Summit
Most dryer calls in Lee's Summit 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 Lee's Summit
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lee's Summit, MO
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 Lee's Summit technician a trip for parts.