Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Henderson, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Henderson
We found 37 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Henderson. 1 list an address in Henderson, and other nearby bases include Tyler (8), Longview (5), and Lufkin (4). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. All American Appliance is the nearest, roughly 9.0 miles from Henderson. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Henderson is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 37 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.0, 15.7, 21.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
First up for Henderson: Mr. Appliance of East Texas (33.4 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (37.0 miles away, based in Marshall, 4.3 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.5 miles away, based in Longview, 4.5 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Raney Appliance Service (36.3 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.5 stars from 57 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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?
Before replacing a dryer in Henderson, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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.
Around Henderson
Most dryer calls in Henderson 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 Henderson
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Henderson, TX
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Henderson
Dryer Repair Near Henderson
Before you call a Henderson 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.