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 Meridian, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians Serving Meridian, MS
9 repair companies serve Meridian from within 60 miles. 4 of them are based in Meridian itself, and other nearby bases include Philadelphia (3), Laurel (1), and Louisville (1). The farthest listed company is about 55 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Direct Appliance Repair Specialists is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Meridian. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 9 businesses. Meridian is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Meridian. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.0, 3.0 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 1 |
At the top of the Meridian list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meridian Electronic Services LLC (3.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 126 reviews); Direct Appliance Repair Specialists (1.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Perrys Appliances Repair (9.5 miles away, 1.2 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Meridian
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Around Meridian
Most dryer calls in Meridian 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 Meridian
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Meridian, MS
How much does dryer repair cost in Meridian?
What should I check before calling?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
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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 Meridian technician a trip for parts.