Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. The Yeadon list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Yeadon, PA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Yeadon. Other nearby bases include Philadelphia (23), Upper Darby Township (3), and Glenolden (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. The closest is Signature Appliance Repair Co., about 0.8 miles away. Of those, 4 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.1, 1.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
The leading options for Yeadon are Mr. Appliance of Center City (4.7 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (6.0 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Philly Appliances Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Yeadon
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Why the Vent Matters
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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
Before replacing a dryer in Yeadon, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- 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.
What Yeadon Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Yeadon 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Yeadon
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Yeadon, PA
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Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Yeadon
Dryer Repair Near Yeadon
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Yeadon faster and cheaper.