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 Lebanon and the Wilson County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Lebanon, TN
Within 30 miles of Lebanon there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Lebanon, and other nearby bases include Gallatin (10), Hendersonville (6), and Mt. Juliet (5). Of those, 6 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Ideal Fridge & Oven Mechanics Corp, about 1.4 miles away. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.4, 3.3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Lebanon list: Mr. Appliance of Nashville (18.7 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.8 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Hendersonville - Mt. Juliet (17.7 miles away, based in Hendersonville, 4.9 stars from 616 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smyrna Fix-It-Right Appliance Repair Service (17.9 miles away, based in Smyrna, 4.8 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.5 stars from 406 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Lebanon
Check the Vent Before You Call
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 Lebanon
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:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
What Lebanon Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Lebanon 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
Before You Book in Lebanon
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lebanon, TN
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Is there anything I can try first?
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Dryer Repair Near Lebanon
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 Lebanon technician a trip for parts.