A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving O'Fallon and the St. Charles County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving O'Fallon, MO
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of O'Fallon. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (7), St Peters (5), and Florissant (4). 11 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The closest is Crossroads Supply, about 2.5 miles away. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 3.0, 4.4 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
Closest matches for O'Fallon: AAA Appliance Sales, Repair and Parts Center (4.4 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 2,275 reviews, lists Saturday hours); P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews); Mr. Appliance of St. Charles (5.1 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (17.9 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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
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.
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:
- 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for O'Fallon, MO
Most dryer calls in O'Fallon 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 O'Fallon
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: O'Fallon, MO
What should I check before calling?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
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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 O'Fallon technician a trip for parts.