A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving South Houston and the Harris County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving South Houston, TX
Within 30 miles of South Houston there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Pasadena (15), Houston (15), and Friendswood (3). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. 13 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The closest is VASQUEZ APPLIANCE Repairs, about 1.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 37 businesses.
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.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.4, 2.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for South Houston: Mr. Appliance of League City (7.9 miles away, based in Friendswood, 4.8 stars from 765 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliances Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.9 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliances Repair of Houston (10.6 miles away, based in Houston, 4.9 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.5 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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
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 South Houston
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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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 South Houston, TX
Most dryer calls in South Houston 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)
Questions to Ask a South Houston Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: South Houston, TX
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in South Houston faster and cheaper.