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 Lucas, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Lucas
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lucas. Other nearby bases include McKinney (18), Plano (10), and Garland (4). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Of those, 12 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Dim appliances corp is the nearest, roughly 2.7 miles from Lucas. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 33 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 3.4, 5.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 51 |
At the top of the Lucas list: Texas True Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in McKinney, 4.9 stars from 430 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ThumbUp Pro Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in McKinney, 4.9 stars from 247 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair by Asurion (6.4 miles away, based in McKinney, 4.8 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smartway Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in McKinney, 4.9 stars from 1,145 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Lucas
Before replacing a dryer in Lucas, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Lucas, TX
Most dryer calls in Lucas 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Lucas
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lucas, TX
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Before you call a Lucas 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.