When a dryer quits in Folsom, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Folsom and the Delaware County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Folsom, PA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Folsom. 1 list an address in Folsom, and the rest are spread across Philadelphia (10), Media (4), and Glenolden (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. 4 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The closest is True Value Appliance Repair Care, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Folsom. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.9, 1.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Folsom list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (9.4 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (8.4 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Philly Appliances Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Folsom
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Folsom
Before replacing a dryer in Folsom, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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.
Around Folsom
Most dryer calls in Folsom 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 Folsom Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- 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?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Folsom, PA
Which areas near Folsom do these technicians cover?
Why is my dryer squealing?
Is there anything I can try first?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Folsom
Dryer Repair Near Folsom
Before you call a Folsom 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.