A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Albany list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Albany
13 repair companies serve Albany from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Albany, and the rest are spread across Salem (7), Corvallis (2), and Independence (1). Nearest on the list: Xigent Appliance Repair, Inc., around 1.1 miles out. 2 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.6 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.1, 8.2 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
First up for Albany: Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Corvallis, 4.5 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.4 miles away, based in Salem, 4.3 stars from 140 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Xigent Appliance Repair, Inc. (1.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,237 reviews); Givens Appliance Repair (18.8 miles away, based in Salem, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Check the Vent Before You Call
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
What Albany Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Albany 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
Businesses that install, alter or repair LP gas appliances, piping or vent connections need an LP gas installation license, and the individuals doing the work need a fitter license, both from the Oregon State Fire Marshal; natural gas licensing was not confirmed. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
Before You Book in Albany
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Albany, OR
How much does dryer repair cost in Albany?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Albany faster and cheaper.