When a dryer quits in Akron, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Akron and the Summit County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Akron
Within 30 miles of Akron there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 of them are based in Akron itself, and other nearby bases include Canton (5), Brunswick (3), and Cuyahoga Falls (2). Distances run up to about 24 miles. 12 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Akron OH, around 0.5 miles out. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Akron. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 2.8, 3.8 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 33 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Akron: Mr. Appliance of Akron (4.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Eastside Maytag (5.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advantage Washer & Dryer Repair, LLC (18.5 miles away, based in Medina, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Tallmadge, 4.5 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- 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
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Akron
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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 Akron
Before replacing a dryer in Akron, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What Akron Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Akron 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Akron
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Akron, OH
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Akron
Dryer Repair Near Akron
Before you call a Akron 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.