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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Apple Valley
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Apple Valley. The rest are spread across Mansfield (5), Newark (4), and Mt Vernon (2). Senitt's Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 7.9 miles from Apple Valley. 2 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 17 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.9, 7.9, 14.9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
First up for Apple Valley: Mr. Appliance of Ashland and Mansfield (23.1 miles away, based in Mansfield, 4.7 stars from 879 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.6 miles away, based in Coshocton, 4.5 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Senitt's Appliance Service (7.9 miles away, based in Mt Vernon, 4.7 stars from 116 reviews); Herald's Appliances (7.9 miles away, based in Mt Vernon, 4.7 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Apple Valley
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Apple Valley
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Apple Valley, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
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.
Around Apple Valley
Most dryer calls in Apple Valley 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.
Questions to Ask a Apple Valley Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
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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 Apple Valley technician a trip for parts.