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 Jonesborough, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians Serving Jonesborough, TN
Within 30 miles of Jonesborough there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Jonesborough, and the rest are spread across Johnson City (4), Kingsport (3), and Greeneville (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. The closest is Stewarts Appliances, about 4.1 miles away. 5 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.4 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.1, 5.5, 6.1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
First up for Jonesborough: Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (8.6 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Real-Time Appliance Repairs (6.1 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.6 miles away, based in Greeneville, 4.5 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- 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
Check the Vent Before You Call
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Jonesborough, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - 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.
Around Jonesborough
Most dryer calls in Jonesborough 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
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Jonesborough
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Jonesborough, TN
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
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Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
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Before you call a Jonesborough 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.