A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Fort Hood list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Fort Hood
Our data shows 22 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fort Hood. The rest are spread across Killeen (8), Temple (6), and Harker Heights (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 8 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: L & G Appliance Service, around 2.2 miles out. The 20 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fort Hood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 3.6, 3.8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 22 |
Closest matches for Fort Hood: Searle’s Washer & Dryer Repair (19.9 miles away, based in Temple, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Killeen, 4.2 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Campbell Appliance Heating And Air Inc (3.6 miles away, based in Killeen, 2.6 stars from 116 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (20.7 miles away, based in Gatesville, 4.5 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Fort Hood
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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.
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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Local Notes for Fort Hood
Most dryer calls in Fort Hood 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 Fort Hood Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Fort Hood, TX
Is there anything I can try first?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Fort Hood
Dryer Repair Near Fort Hood
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 Fort Hood technician a trip for parts.