A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Raleigh Hills and the Washington County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Raleigh Hills
Within 30 miles of Raleigh Hills there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Portland (19), Beaverton (9), and Tigard (6). The closest is Rapid Portland Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. 8 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 27 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.6, 2.0 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Raleigh Hills list: Mr. Appliance of Portland (4.0 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home-Serv Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Hydra Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, based in Portland, 4.7 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&P Appliance Parts and Service (2.4 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.7 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Raleigh Hills
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
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?
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:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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 Raleigh Hills, OR
Most dryer calls in Raleigh Hills 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)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Raleigh Hills Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Raleigh Hills, OR
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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 Raleigh Hills technician a trip for parts.