A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Allentown list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Allentown
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Allentown. 6 list an address in Allentown, and other nearby bases include Pottstown (5), Bethlehem (3), and Whitehall Township (2). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. 13 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 51 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 2.5, 2.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
At the top of the Allentown list: Mr. Appliance of Allentown (6.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 621 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Whitehall Township, 4.6 stars from 250 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 204 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Easton, 4.7 stars from 431 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Allentown, PA
Most dryer calls in Allentown 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Allentown
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Allentown, PA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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How much does dryer repair cost in Allentown?
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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 Allentown technician a trip for parts.