When a dryer quits in Knoxville, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Knoxville list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dryer Repair in Knoxville, TN
39 repair companies serve Knoxville from within 30 miles. 21 of them are based in Knoxville itself, and other nearby bases include Maryville (3), Lenoir City (3), and Sevierville (3). The closest is Doctor Appliance, about 1.1 miles away. Of those, 12 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 37 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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 39 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.4, 1.5 |
Closest matches for Knoxville: Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (7.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); ProTech Appliance Repair, Inc. (2.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, 4.5 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, 4.2 stars from 260 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Knoxville 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
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
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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 Knoxville Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Knoxville 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Knoxville
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Knoxville, TN
Is there anything I can try first?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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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 Knoxville technician a trip for parts.