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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Kingston and the Roane County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Kingston, TN
Our data shows 20 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kingston. The rest are spread across Knoxville (7), Harriman (3), and Lenoir City (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is Murray's Major Appliance Services, about 3.1 miles away. 8 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 20 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kingston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 3.1, 5.2 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 20 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
First up for Kingston: Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (23.7 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); Eleet Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.8 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.3 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pattersons Home Appliances (3.1 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.5 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Kingston Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Kingston
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- 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?
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.
What Kingston Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Kingston 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 Kingston Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Kingston, TN
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
What should I check before calling?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Kingston
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Kingston faster and cheaper.