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. 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.
Dryer Technicians Serving Florence, OR
22 repair companies serve Florence from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Florence, and the rest are spread across Eugene (12), Coos Bay (2), and Newport (2). Of those, 6 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.3 miles away. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Florence 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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 22 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 29.6, 43.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
At the top of the Florence list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KitchenAid Appliance Repair Professionals (50.5 miles away, based in Eugene, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (45.8 miles away, based in Newport, 4.6 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Maytag Appliance Center (48.1 miles away, based in Eugene, 3.7 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Florence Dryer Call
Why the Vent Matters
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
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
What Florence Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Florence 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Florence
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Florence, OR
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Which areas near Florence do these technicians cover?
Is there anything I can try first?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Florence
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Before you call a Florence 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.