Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. Below are the companies within reach of Woodlyn, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Woodlyn
Within 30 miles of Woodlyn there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Philadelphia (9), Media (4), and Glenolden (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Nearest on the list: Nbili Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out. 4 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.2, 1.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
At the top of the Woodlyn list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (10.6 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (9.6 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Philly Appliances Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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 Woodlyn
Most dryer calls in Woodlyn 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 Woodlyn
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Woodlyn, PA
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Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Woodlyn
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Woodlyn faster and cheaper.