When a dryer quits in Madison, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Madison list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Madison, MS
Our data shows 37 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Madison. 3 list an address in Madison, and the rest are spread across Jackson (20), Brandon (6), and Pearl (4). Distances run up to about 22 miles. Of those, 2 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Brent's Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.2, 2.1 |
First up for Madison: Mr. Appliance of Madison (2.1 miles away, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Ridgeland, 4.1 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Davis Refrigeration and Electrical Inc (6.5 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews); Timber Appliance Repair Professionals (6.5 miles away, based in Jackson, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Madison
Why the Vent Matters
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Madison
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:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $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?
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 Madison Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Madison 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Madison
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Madison, 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 Madison technician a trip for parts.