When a dryer quits in Kaufman, 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 Kaufman and the Kaufman County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Kaufman, TX
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kaufman. The rest are spread across Garland (9), Mesquite (7), and Dallas (6). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Premier Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 10.3 miles from Kaufman. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kaufman. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.3, 11.3, 13.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 41 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
At the top of the Kaufman list: Galo Appliance Repair (25.6 miles away, based in Garland, 4.9 stars from 507 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elite Appliance Solutions - Rockwall (23.8 miles away, based in Rockwall, 4.7 stars from 182 reviews); TAP - Trusted Appliance Professionals (13.4 miles away, based in Forney, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews); Appliance Fix Experts (24.3 miles away, based in Rockwall, 4.7 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Kaufman
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Kaufman
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 roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Dryer Notes for Kaufman, TX
Most dryer calls in Kaufman 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, ยง1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Kaufman
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Kaufman, TX
Which areas near Kaufman do these technicians cover?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Is there anything I can try first?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Kaufman
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Before you call a Kaufman 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.