A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. Below are the companies within reach of Murfreesboro, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Murfreesboro
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Murfreesboro. 8 list an address in Murfreesboro, and the rest are spread across Nashville (8), Smyrna (4), and Franklin (4). 13 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Murfreesboro. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.0, 1.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 59 |
First up for Murfreesboro: Mr Boro Appliance (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smyrna Fix-It-Right Appliance Repair Service (11.3 miles away, based in Smyrna, 4.8 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Nashville (25.6 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.8 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 348 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
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Murfreesboro
What Gets Fixed on a Murfreesboro Dryer Call
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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.
Dryer Notes for Murfreesboro, TN
Most dryer calls in Murfreesboro 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).
Before You Book in Murfreesboro
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Murfreesboro, TN
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Before you call a Murfreesboro 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.