When a dryer quits in Moberly, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. Below are the companies within reach of Moberly, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Moberly
We found 25 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Moberly. 2 list an address in Moberly, and other nearby bases include Columbia (8), Jefferson City (3), and Fulton (2). Nearest on the list: Mid-Mo Appliances, around 0.1 miles out. Of those, 7 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Moberly is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Moberly. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 25 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.6, 11.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
At the top of the Moberly list: Downtown Appliance Home Center (32.9 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.8 stars from 399 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions LLC (24.8 miles away, based in Fayette, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.7 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.6 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (48.1 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.5 stars from 38 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
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Moberly Dryer Call
Why the Vent Matters
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Timer replacement: $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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Moberly, MO
Most dryer calls in Moberly 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 Moberly Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Moberly, MO
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
How much does dryer repair cost in Moberly?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Moberly
Dryer Repair Near Moberly
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Moberly faster and cheaper.