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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Rolla
We found 21 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Rolla. 2 list an address in Rolla, and other nearby bases include Jefferson City (6), Lebanon (3), and Union (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. 5 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The closest is Appliance Repair Pros, about 0.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 20 businesses. Rolla is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 3.3, 24.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 21 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
First up for Rolla: Appliance RX (3.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 888 reviews); Gerald Applaince Repair (39.1 miles away, based in Gerald, 2.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (50.4 miles away, based in Jefferson City, 4.1 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.6 miles away, based in Lebanon, 4.7 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Rolla
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. 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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Rolla
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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Rolla, MO
Most dryer calls in Rolla 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 Rolla Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Rolla, MO
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Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Rolla
Dryer Repair Near Rolla
Before you call a Rolla 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.