When a dryer quits in Troy, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Troy and the Miami County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Troy
31 repair companies serve Troy from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Dayton (16), Beavercreek (3), and Springfield (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 8 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Scotty Express Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 5.9 miles from Troy. The 27 rated companies in range average 3.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 31 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.9, 7.4, 14.7 |
First up for Troy: Authorized Service (22.0 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); Logan Master Appliance (23.0 miles away, based in Kettering, 4.4 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Piqua, 4.1 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.4 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.4 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
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?
Before replacing a dryer in Troy, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
What Troy Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Troy 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 Troy
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- 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: Troy, OH
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Troy
Dryer Repair Near Troy
Before you call a Troy 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.