A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Parma list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Parma
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Parma. 3 list an address in Parma, and other nearby bases include Cleveland (20), Middleburg Heights (2), and North Royalton (2). The closest is Ifix Appliances, OH, about 1.5 miles away. 5 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Parma. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 2.3, 2.5 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Parma are Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (4.0 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Middleburg Heights, 4.7 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Margus Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HADI Appliances (8.2 miles away, based in Rocky River, 5.0 stars from 300 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Parma, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Parma, OH
Most dryer calls in Parma 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 Parma
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Parma, OH
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What should I check before calling?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Parma
Dryer Repair Near Parma
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 Parma technician a trip for parts.