Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Alice and the Jim Wells County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Alice, TX
Within 60 miles of Alice there are 22 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Alice, and other nearby bases include Corpus Christi (12), Beeville (3), and Kingsville (2). Distances run up to about 58 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Alice is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 20.4, 22.3 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 22 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
Closest matches for Alice: Star appliance repair (39.3 miles away, based in Corpus Christi, 4.9 stars from 1,554 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.3 stars from 109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.3 miles away, based in Kingsville, 4.3 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Appliance Repair (39.6 miles away, based in Corpus Christi, 4.7 stars from 208 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Why Dryers Break Down
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
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 belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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 Alice Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Alice 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Alice
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Alice, TX
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Why is my dryer squealing?
Is there anything I can try first?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Alice
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Alice faster and cheaper.