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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Old Jamestown and the St. Louis County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Old Jamestown, MO
40 repair companies serve Old Jamestown from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across St. Louis (14), Florissant (4), and Alton (4). 9 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Keeven Appliance, around 3.1 miles out. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 3.4, 3.6 |
At the top of the Old Jamestown list: AAA Appliance Sales, Repair and Parts Center (19.2 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 2,275 reviews, lists Saturday hours); P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (12.7 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (11.9 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of St. Charles (18.8 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Old Jamestown Dryer Call
Why the Vent Matters
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
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
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Old Jamestown
Before replacing a dryer in Old Jamestown, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Local Notes for Old Jamestown
Most dryer calls in Old Jamestown 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 Old Jamestown Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Old Jamestown, MO
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Old Jamestown
Dryer Repair Near Old Jamestown
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 Old Jamestown technician a trip for parts.