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 Piqua, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Piqua
We found 24 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Piqua. 1 list an address in Piqua, and other nearby bases include Dayton (14), Greenville (2), and Springfield (2). 6 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Piqua. The 20 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Piqua. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 24 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 13.3, 15.5 |
At the top of the Piqua list: Authorized Service (21.1 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.1 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.9 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.4 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.7 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.1 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Piqua
Before replacing a dryer in Piqua, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
Local Notes for Piqua
Most dryer calls in Piqua 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 Piqua
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Piqua, OH
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Piqua
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Before you call a Piqua 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.