When a dryer quits in Uhrichsville, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Uhrichsville list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Uhrichsville
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Uhrichsville. The rest are spread across Akron (6), Canton (5), and Massillon (2). The farthest listed company is about 55 miles out. Canton Appliance Repair Elite is the nearest, roughly 27.4 miles from Uhrichsville. 10 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Uhrichsville is inside its regular service area.
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) | 27 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 27.4, 27.7, 28.4 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 59 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 2 |
At the top of the Uhrichsville list: Sears Appliance Repair (31.8 miles away, based in Canton, 4.4 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eastside Maytag (44.9 miles away, based in Akron, 4.6 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (51.9 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Home Care Appliance Service - Major Appliance Repair (35.6 miles away, based in Canal Fulton, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Uhrichsville
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Uhrichsville
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Uhrichsville, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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 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 Uhrichsville, OH
Most dryer calls in Uhrichsville 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 Uhrichsville
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Uhrichsville, OH
What should I check before calling?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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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 Uhrichsville technician a trip for parts.