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 Selden and the Suffolk County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Selden
Within 30 miles of Selden there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Selden, and the rest are spread across Bohemia (5), Holbrook (4), and Holtsville (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Fix It Guys Handyman Service is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Selden. 4 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Selden. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.5, 1.3 |
The leading options for Selden are Eddies Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JIC Appliance Care LLC (6.6 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (10.5 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LJ Appliance Repair Service (7.9 miles away, based in Ridge, 4.6 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Selden Dryer Call
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Selden, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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 Selden, NY
Most dryer calls in Selden 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
Gas work licensing is set locally; in New York City, for example, the Department of Buildings requires gas work to be done by a Licensed Master Plumber or by Gas Work Qualification holders under a master plumber's supervision. Source: NYC Department of Buildings: Local Law 150 of 2016 Gas Work Qualification Requirement
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Selden
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Selden, NY
Do you cover Selden and nearby towns?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Selden
Dryer Repair Near Selden
Before you call a Selden 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.