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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Columbia and the Maury County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Columbia
We found 19 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Columbia. 2 list an address in Columbia, and the rest are spread across Franklin (5), Spring Hill (3), and Culleoka (1). Of those, 7 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Brumley's Appliances, about 1.5 miles away. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.7, 11.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 19 |
The leading options for Columbia are All Better Appliance LLC (29.1 miles away, based in Burns, 4.8 stars from 95 reviews); New Life Appliance (12.8 miles away, based in Spring Hill, 4.9 stars from 106 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (29.5 miles away, based in Lawrenceburg, 4.6 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Parts & Services (25.4 miles away, based in Summertown, 4.8 stars from 5 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Columbia
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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
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:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Columbia
Most dryer calls in Columbia 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
Gas piping and gas appliance installation permits are handled by local governments, some of which require their own gas fitter license; for example, Chattanooga requires a city Master Gas Fitter License to pull a gas permit. Source: City of Chattanooga: Gas Permit
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Columbia
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Columbia, TN
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
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Before you call a Columbia technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.