A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Pierre and the Hughes County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Pierre
6 repair companies serve Pierre from within 142 miles. The rest are spread across Aberdeen (2), Mitchell (2), and Corsica (1). The farthest listed company is about 142 miles out. Appliance Center is the nearest, roughly 115.7 miles from Pierre. Of those, 2 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 5 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Pierre is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pierre. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (142 mi) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 115.7, 116.5, 117.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 1 |
The leading options for Pierre are Sears Appliance Repair (117.9 miles away, based in Aberdeen, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (122.2 miles away, based in Mitchell, 4.5 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); K&D Appliance Service (141.9 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.8 stars from 1,304 reviews); Ken's Major Appliance & Refrigeration. (116.5 miles away, based in Aberdeen, 5.0 stars from 6 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Pierre
What Gets Fixed on a Pierre Dryer Call
Why the Vent Matters
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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 Pierre
Most dryer calls in Pierre 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.
The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues Appliance Contractor and Appliance Installer licenses as plumbing specialty licenses; official pages reviewed did not spell out which appliance work they cover or whether repair alone requires one. Source: South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing
In South Dakota, you can check a license with the South Dakota Plumbing Commission lists of licensees (specialty licensees, including appliance) or report a problem to the South Dakota Attorney General, Division of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Pierre
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Pierre, SD
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
What should I check before calling?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Pierre
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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 Pierre technician a trip for parts.