A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Richland list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dryer Repair in Richland, MS
37 repair companies serve Richland from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Jackson (20), Brandon (6), and Pearl (4). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Of those, 2 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Best Appliance Service, Inc., about 2.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 36 businesses.
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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 2.9, 4.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 37 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
First up for Richland: Mr. Appliance of Madison (15.0 miles away, based in Madison, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Ridgeland, 4.1 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elmcrest Appliance Repair Handlers (2.9 miles away, based in Pearl, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews); Prime Appliance Repair Services (5.3 miles away, based in Jackson, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Richland
Most dryer calls in Richland 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Richland
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Richland, MS
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Richland
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Richland faster and cheaper.