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 Broomall and the Delaware County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Broomall, PA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Broomall. The rest are spread across Philadelphia (7), Media (4), and Havertown (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. 4 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Havertown Local Appliance Repair Service, around 2.1 miles out. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.7, 2.9 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
At the top of the Broomall list: Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (4.1 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliance Showroom and Outlet Center (7.6 miles away, based in King of Prussia, 4.8 stars from 323 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (9.9 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Broomall
Check the Vent Before You Call
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Broomall
Most dryer calls in Broomall 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 Broomall 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?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Broomall, PA
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Broomall
Dryer Repair Near Broomall
Before you call a Broomall 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.