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 Hershey and the Dauphin County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Hershey
Within 30 miles of Hershey there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Harrisburg (10), Mechanicsburg (4), and Lancaster (4). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Hershey. Of those, 12 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 3.4, 3.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 49 |
The leading options for Hershey are Mr. Appliance of Mechanicsburg (13.6 miles away, based in Lemoyne, 4.9 stars from 1,082 reviews); Apex DCA (18.2 miles away, based in York, 4.5 stars from 406 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Harrisburg, 4.4 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Hummelstown, 4.1 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Hershey, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
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.
What Hershey Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Hershey 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)
There is no statewide plumbing or trade license in Pennsylvania, so any licensing for gas piping work is set by the municipality where the work happens (Philadelphia, for example, issues its own plumber licenses). Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
Before You Book in Hershey
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Hershey, PA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Why is my dryer squealing?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Hershey
Dryer Repair Near Hershey
Before you call a Hershey 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.