When a dryer quits in Kent, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Kent list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dryer Repair in Kent, OH
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kent. The rest are spread across Akron (6), Canton (5), and Ravenna (2). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Nearest on the list: Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc., around 4.2 miles out. 11 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kent. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 32 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.2, 6.0, 6.5 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
First up for Kent: Mr. Appliance of Akron (10.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Eastside Maytag (8.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.6 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (4.2 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (25.3 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Kent
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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 Kent Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Kent 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 Kent Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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: Kent, OH
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
What should I check before calling?
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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 Kent technician a trip for parts.