When a dryer quits in The Woodlands, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Woodlands list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near The Woodlands
Within 30 miles of The Woodlands there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in The Woodlands itself, and other nearby bases include Spring (13), Conroe (11), and Magnolia (6). Distances run up to about 13 miles. 15 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The closest is Mega Appliance Repair, about 1.8 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from The Woodlands. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 2.5, 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 23 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 33 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
First up for The Woodlands: PowerOn Appliance Repair Service (3.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,507 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Josh's Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Magnolia, 4.9 stars from 412 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of N Harris & Montgomery Counties (6.8 miles away, based in Spring, 4.8 stars from 761 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repairist Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Houston, 4.9 stars from 462 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in The Woodlands
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Why the Vent Matters
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.
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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
What The Woodlands Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: The Woodlands, TX
Why is my dryer squealing?
Which areas near The Woodlands do these technicians cover?
Is there anything I can try first?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, The Woodlands
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in The Woodlands faster and cheaper.