Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Dryer Technicians Serving Lake Jackson, TX
40 repair companies serve Lake Jackson from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Lake Jackson itself, and the rest are spread across Richmond (7), Sugar Land (7), and Missouri City (5). Distances run up to about 40 miles. 14 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 36 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lake Jackson is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Jackson. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 27.1, 27.2 |
First up for Lake Jackson: Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of League City (38.4 miles away, based in Friendswood, 4.8 stars from 765 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.3 miles away, based in Pearland, 4.5 stars from 324 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Masterpoint Appliance Repair (35.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 441 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Check the Vent Before You Call
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Lake Jackson
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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 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.
What Lake Jackson Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Lake Jackson 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 Lake Jackson
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Jackson, TX
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Do you cover Lake Jackson and nearby towns?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Lake Jackson
Dryer Repair Near Lake Jackson
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 Lake Jackson technician a trip for parts.