When a dryer quits in Swoyersville, 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 Swoyersville, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Swoyersville
We found 31 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Swoyersville. The rest are spread across Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Kingston (2). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Tabbit's Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Swoyersville. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 31 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 31 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.5, 2.1 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
The leading options for Swoyersville are Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Wilkes-Barre Township, 4.5 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Scranton, 4.8 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Swoyersville
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Swoyersville
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Around Swoyersville
Most dryer calls in Swoyersville 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Swoyersville
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Swoyersville, PA
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Swoyersville
Dryer Repair Near Swoyersville
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 Swoyersville technician a trip for parts.