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. The Wadsworth list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Wadsworth
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wadsworth. 1 list an address in Wadsworth, and the rest are spread across Akron (6), Canton (5), and Brunswick (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. The closest is Appliance Connection, about 1.6 miles away. 13 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 39 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wadsworth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 32 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 6.6, 9.3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 58 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
Closest matches for Wadsworth: Mr. Appliance of Akron (12.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Advantage Washer & Dryer Repair, LLC (10.4 miles away, based in Medina, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eastside Maytag (15.5 miles away, based in Akron, 4.6 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Wadsworth Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Wadsworth, OH
Most dryer calls in Wadsworth 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Wadsworth
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Wadsworth, OH
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Wadsworth
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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 Wadsworth technician a trip for parts.