A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Brenham and the Washington County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Brenham, TX
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Brenham. 3 list an address in Brenham, and the rest are spread across Katy (9), College Station (4), and Magnolia (4). 17 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Mr. Appliance of Brenham and Bryan/College Station, TX is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Brenham. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Brenham is inside its regular service area.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 6.0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 39 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 19 |
Closest matches for Brenham: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Brenham and Bryan/College Station, TX (0.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Steve Slaton Appliance Repair (44.2 miles away, based in Katy, 5.0 stars from 958 reviews); Josh's Appliance Repair (44.3 miles away, based in Magnolia, 4.9 stars from 412 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Brenham Dryer Call
Why the Vent Matters
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Around Brenham
Most dryer calls in Brenham 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)
Gas piping counts as plumbing in Texas and requires a plumbing license, with an exemption for LP gas installers who hold a separate state LP gas license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §§1301.002, 1301.055 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
Questions to Ask a Brenham Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Brenham, TX
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Brenham faster and cheaper.