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. Below are the companies within reach of Florence, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Florence
40 repair companies serve Florence from within 60 miles. 4 of them are based in Florence itself, and the rest are spread across Myrtle Beach (9), Sumter (5), and Conway (4). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Ryan's Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Florence. 10 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 38 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Florence is inside its regular service area.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.3, 1.5 |
At the top of the Florence list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.1 miles away, based in Sumter, 4.4 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.3 miles away, based in Conway, 4.5 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A to Z Appliance Repair (35.9 miles away, based in Sumter, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. 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
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Local Notes for Florence
Most dryer calls in Florence 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
South Carolina has no standalone gas piping license; gas lines serving gas-fired equipment are installed under mechanical classifications such as Plumbing, Heating and Packaged Equipment issued through the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Florence
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Florence, SC
Which areas near Florence do these technicians cover?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Is there anything I can try first?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Florence
Dryer Repair Near Florence
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 Florence technician a trip for parts.