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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Hondo and the Medina County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Hondo, TX
14 repair companies serve Hondo from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Hondo itself, and other nearby bases include Devine (4), San Antonio (3), and Bandera (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. General Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Hondo. Of those, 1 mentions dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 10 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hondo. 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) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 14 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 0.9, 17.2 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 1 |
The leading options for Hondo are Assured Service Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in San Antonio, 5.0 stars from 55 reviews); Around The Clock Appliance Repair (29.9 miles away, based in San Antonio, 4.8 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 1st Choice Appliance (17.2 miles away, based in Castroville, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); General Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Hondo Dryer Call
Why the Vent Matters
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 bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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?
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 Hondo
Most dryer calls in Hondo 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 Hondo
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Hondo, TX
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do you cover Hondo and nearby towns?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Hondo
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Hondo faster and cheaper.