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 Lawrence and the Nassau County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Lawrence
Within 30 miles of Lawrence there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Valley Stream (8), Oceanside (3), and Rockville Centre (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Nearest on the list: Town Appliance, around 1.2 miles out. 8 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lawrence. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 2.1, 2.1 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Lawrence list: All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (4.0 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (6.2 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); Dynamic Appliance Repair Inc (8.1 miles away, based in Hollis, 4.3 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dr. Appliance Repair Pro LLC (4.0 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Lawrence
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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 Lawrence
Most dryer calls in Lawrence 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Lawrence
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lawrence, NY
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Lawrence faster and cheaper.