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 Yonkers and the Westchester County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Yonkers, NY
Within 30 miles of Yonkers there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 10 of them are based in Yonkers itself, and the rest are spread across Bronx (8), Mt Vernon (3), and Bergenfield (3). Distances run up to about 7 miles. 10 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. FASTECH 2000® CORPORATION is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Yonkers. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 34 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.9, 0.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 20 |
The leading options for Yonkers are Appliance Doctor (1.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 835 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Carmen Appliances (3.4 miles away, based in Mt Vernon, 4.8 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advance Appliance (0.9 miles away, 4.3 stars from 449 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Americare Appliance and HVAC Solutions (4.3 miles away, based in Bronx, 5.0 stars from 36 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Yonkers
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:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What Yonkers Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Yonkers 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
Questions to Ask a Yonkers Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Yonkers, NY
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Yonkers faster and cheaper.