A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. Below are the companies within reach of Long Beach, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Long Beach
38 repair companies serve Long Beach from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Long Beach itself, and other nearby bases include Slidell (7), Picayune (3), and Mandeville (3). Nearest on the list: Mr D's Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out. 11 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Long Beach is inside its regular service area.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.3, 7.7 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
Closest matches for Long Beach: Sears Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Biloxi, 4.4 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cox Appliance Repair LLC (16.8 miles away, based in Bay St Louis, 4.7 stars from 49 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (32.2 miles away, based in Picayune, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Gulfport, 4.0 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Long Beach
Check the Vent Before You Call
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
What Long Beach Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Long Beach 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Long Beach Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Long Beach, MS
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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 Long Beach technician a trip for parts.