A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. Below are the companies within reach of University Park, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near University Park
Within 30 miles of University Park there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Dallas (33), Farmers Branch (3), and Addison (2). The closest is Uptown Appliance Repair Dallas, about 0.4 miles away. 12 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from University Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
At the top of the University Park list: Mr. Appliance of Highland Park (3.5 miles away, based in Dallas, 4.9 stars from 1,124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RPS Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Garland, 4.9 stars from 535 reviews); Appliance & Air Care Experts (1.3 miles away, based in Dallas, 4.9 stars from 528 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Texas True Appliance Repair - Dallas (2.5 miles away, based in Dallas, 5.0 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
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
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in University Park, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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.
Around University Park
Most dryer calls in University Park 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 University Park Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: University Park, TX
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is there anything I can try first?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Dryer Repair Near University Park
Before you call a University Park 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.