When a dryer quits in Carthage, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Carthage and the Panola County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Carthage
40 repair companies serve Carthage from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Carthage itself, and other nearby bases include Shreveport (13), Longview (5), and Tyler (5). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Bulldawg Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. The 33 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Carthage is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Carthage. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 26.0, 27.4 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 43 |
Closest matches for Carthage: Mr. Appliance of Bossier City (41.4 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.8 stars from 470 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Marshall, 4.3 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of East Texas (59.5 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (44.9 miles away, based in Bossier City, 4.3 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Carthage
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Check the Vent Before You Call
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Carthage, TX
Most dryer calls in Carthage 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Carthage
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Carthage, TX
Is there anything I can try first?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Which areas near Carthage do these technicians cover?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Carthage
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Before you call a Carthage 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.