When a dryer quits in Solon, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Local Dryer Repair in Solon, OH
Within 30 miles of Solon there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Solon itself, and other nearby bases include Cleveland (16), Cleveland Heights (2), and Parma (2). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. Nearest on the list: AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc., around 3.3 miles out. 6 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Solon. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 3.4, 4.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
At the top of the Solon list: Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (12.6 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Margus Appliance Repair (12.7 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (18.3 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.0 miles away, based in Middleburg Heights, 4.7 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Solon
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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:
- 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Solon, OH
Most dryer calls in Solon 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 Solon Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Solon, OH
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do you cover Solon and nearby towns?
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Is my dryer worth fixing?
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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 Solon technician a trip for parts.