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 Monticello and the Sullivan County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Monticello, NY
Our data shows 16 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Monticello. 1 list an address in Monticello, and the rest are spread across Middletown (7), Walden (2), and Honesdale (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 6 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Absolute Chimney is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Monticello. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Monticello. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 13.8, 19.4 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 16 |
The leading options for Monticello are Slicker's Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in Middletown, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); General George Appliance Repair (25.1 miles away, based in Goshen, 5.0 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Slicker's Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Glen Spey, 4.9 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.8 miles away, based in Honesdale, 4.6 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Monticello
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Monticello, NY
Most dryer calls in Monticello 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 Monticello
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Monticello, NY
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Monticello
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Monticello technician a trip for parts.