A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Dryer Technicians Serving Elizabethton, TN
18 repair companies serve Elizabethton from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Elizabethton itself, and the rest are spread across Johnson City (4), Bristol (3), and Kingsport (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Brad's fireside repairs is the nearest, roughly 4.3 miles from Elizabethton. 5 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 18 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elizabethton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.3, 5.6, 7.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
Closest matches for Elizabethton: Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (14.1 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Real-Time Appliance Repairs (10.9 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Elizabethton
What Gets Fixed on a Elizabethton Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for Elizabethton
Most dryer calls in Elizabethton 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
Questions to Ask a Elizabethton Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Elizabethton, TN
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
How much does dryer repair cost in Elizabethton?
Is there anything I can try first?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Elizabethton
Dryer Repair Near Elizabethton
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 Elizabethton technician a trip for parts.