A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Ridgeland list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Ridgeland
Within 30 miles of Ridgeland there are 37 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Ridgeland, and the rest are spread across Jackson (20), Brandon (6), and Pearl (4). Appliances Specialists. is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Ridgeland. 2 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ridgeland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 37 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.8, 2.2 |
The leading options for Ridgeland are Mr. Appliance of Madison (2.2 miles away, based in Madison, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.1 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Davis Refrigeration and Electrical Inc (2.8 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews); Timber Appliance Repair Professionals (2.9 miles away, based in Jackson, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Ridgeland
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Ridgeland
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:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Ridgeland, MS
Most dryer calls in Ridgeland 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 Ridgeland
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Ridgeland, MS
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Ridgeland faster and cheaper.