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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Reidsville and the Rockingham County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Reidsville, NC
Within 30 miles of Reidsville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Reidsville, and the rest are spread across Greensboro (15), Burlington (5), and Kernersville (5). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Of those, 6 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Brooks Appliance & Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Reidsville. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 29 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 7.6, 11.8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 42 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
Closest matches for Reidsville: Performance Appliances Greensboro (16.0 miles away, based in Greensboro, 4.7 stars from 61 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (19.6 miles away, based in Greensboro, 4.4 stars from 955 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.6 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.4 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Called To Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Mebane, 4.9 stars from 264 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Reidsville
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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.
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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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 Reidsville Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Reidsville 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
Gas and fuel piping installation requires a plumbing or heating license, or a restricted fuel piping license, issued by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Reidsville
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Reidsville, NC
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Reidsville do these technicians cover?
What should I check before calling?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Reidsville
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Reidsville faster and cheaper.