When a dryer quits in Swarthmore, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. Below are the companies within reach of Swarthmore, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Swarthmore
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Swarthmore. 1 list an address in Swarthmore, and other nearby bases include Philadelphia (9), Media (4), and Glenolden (3). Of those, 4 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Highland Appliance Repair Swarthmore is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Swarthmore. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.9, 1.2 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Swarthmore: Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (8.0 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (10.1 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews); Philly Appliances Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Swarthmore Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Swarthmore, PA
Most dryer calls in Swarthmore 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 Swarthmore
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Swarthmore, PA
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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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 Swarthmore technician a trip for parts.