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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Ardmore and the Montgomery County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Ardmore
Within 30 miles of Ardmore there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Ardmore itself, and other nearby bases include Philadelphia (15), Havertown (3), and Upper Darby Township (3). 5 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Ardmore, around 0.6 miles out. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ardmore. 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) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.6, 0.8 |
Closest matches for Ardmore: Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (0.6 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliance Showroom and Outlet Center (6.1 miles away, based in King of Prussia, 4.8 stars from 323 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (7.8 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews); Philly Appliances Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Ardmore
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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 Ardmore Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Ardmore 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.
Questions to Ask a Ardmore Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Ardmore, PA
Why is my dryer squealing?
Do you cover Ardmore and nearby towns?
Is there anything I can try first?
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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 Ardmore technician a trip for parts.