When a dryer quits in Aurora, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. 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.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Aurora
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Aurora. 1 list an address in Aurora, and the rest are spread across Cleveland (6), Akron (6), and Ravenna (2). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. 9 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Ace Washer & Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 3.7 miles from Aurora. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Aurora. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.7, 4.9, 5.0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
First up for Aurora: Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (19.0 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (16.3 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (11.1 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eastside Maytag (18.9 miles away, based in Akron, 4.6 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Aurora
What Gets Fixed on a Aurora Dryer Call
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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
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?
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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.
Dryer Notes for Aurora, OH
Most dryer calls in Aurora 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
At the state level, the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial plumbing, hydronics and HVAC contractors; for residential work the state board may lack authority, and local building departments handle code compliance and any local contractor licensing. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Aurora
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Aurora, OH
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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 Aurora technician a trip for parts.