A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Ravenna list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Ravenna
40 repair companies serve Ravenna from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Ravenna itself, and the rest are spread across Akron (6), Canton (5), and Cuyahoga Falls (2). Distances run up to about 28 miles. 10 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc., about 2.1 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ravenna. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 55 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 30 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 6.0, 7.4 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
Closest matches for Ravenna: Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (2.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (16.3 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Eastside Maytag (12.8 miles away, based in Akron, 4.6 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Tallmadge, 4.5 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Ravenna
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Ravenna
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Ravenna
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Local Notes for Ravenna
Most dryer calls in Ravenna 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 Ravenna Technician
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Ravenna, OH
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Is there anything I can try first?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
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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 Ravenna technician a trip for parts.