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. Below are the companies within reach of Findlay, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Findlay
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Findlay. The rest are spread across Toledo (8), Lima (4), and Sylvania (3). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 14.3 miles out. 14 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Findlay is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Findlay. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 47 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 14.3, 20.2, 24.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
At the top of the Findlay list: Sears Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Fostoria, 4.6 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (39.8 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 4,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Center (36.0 miles away, based in Maumee, 4.5 stars from 1,424 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (39.8 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 982 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Around Findlay
Most dryer calls in Findlay 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
Before You Book in Findlay
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Findlay, OH
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Before you call a Findlay 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.