Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. The Starkville list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Starkville
14 repair companies serve Starkville from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Columbus (5), Philadelphia (3), and Louisville (1). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. Fromm's Appliance & Refrigeration Services is the nearest, roughly 17.2 miles from Starkville. 3 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Starkville 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 17.2, 18.9, 21.7 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
At the top of the Starkville list: Sears Appliance Repair (18.9 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.2 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Simpson Maintenance, LLC (46.2 miles away, based in Vernon, 4.9 stars from 268 reviews); Appliances Plus (21.7 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.5 stars from 56 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Starkville
Why the Vent Matters
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
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
What Starkville Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Starkville 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 Starkville
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Starkville, MS
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
How much does dryer repair cost in Starkville?
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Before you call a Starkville technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.