Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Highland and the Ulster County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Highland
We found 33 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Highland. The rest are spread across New Windsor (6), Middletown (6), and Mahopac (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 10 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 4.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.0, 6.8, 7.1 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 33 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
First up for Highland: Slicker's Appliance Repair (29.0 miles away, based in Middletown, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Poughkeepsie, 4.5 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); General George Appliance Repair (29.1 miles away, based in Goshen, 5.0 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sohns Appliance Center (15.8 miles away, based in Walden, 4.7 stars from 301 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Highland
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Highland
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
Before replacing a dryer in Highland, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Around Highland
Most dryer calls in Highland 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.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Highland
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Highland, NY
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Dryer Repair Near Highland
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Highland faster and cheaper.