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 St. Clair and the Franklin County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near St. Clair
Within 30 miles of St. Clair there are 15 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Union (2), Washington (2), and Ellisville (2). 2 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Union Applaince Repair. is the nearest, roughly 6.6 miles from St. Clair. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.1 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.6, 7.2, 9.7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 15 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
First up for St. Clair: Gerald Applaince Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Gerald, 2.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Union Applaince Repair. (6.6 miles away, based in Union, 1.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Apex Appliance Solutions LLC (7.2 miles away, based in Union, 5.0 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Guys (22.3 miles away, based in Eureka, 4.6 stars from 3,635 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in St. Clair
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in St. Clair
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 St. Clair
Most dryer calls in St. Clair 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in St. Clair
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Clair, MO
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Why is my dryer squealing?
What should I check before calling?
Find Your Dryer Brand in St. Clair
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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 St. Clair technician a trip for parts.