A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. Below are the companies within reach of Lima, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dryer Repair in Lima, OH
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Lima. 4 of them are based in Lima itself, and the rest are spread across Fort Wayne (11), Wapakoneta (2), and Greenville (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Nearest on the list: A-1 Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. 12 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Across 40 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lima is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lima. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.5, 2.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 49 |
At the top of the Lima list: Mr. Appliance of Western Ohio (1.5 miles away, 4.0 stars from 373 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Authorized Service (53.0 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); Lafayette Appliance Township Repair Service (8.7 miles away, based in Lafayette, 2.6 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Lima
Before replacing a dryer in Lima, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
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 Lima
Most dryer calls in Lima 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Lima
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lima, OH
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Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Dryer Repair Near Lima
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Lima faster and cheaper.