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. Below are the companies within reach of Hyrum, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dryer Repair in Hyrum, UT
39 repair companies serve Hyrum from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Salt Lake City (7), Smithfield (3), and Ogden (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. R.A.C.E.R. Service Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.0 miles from Hyrum. 1 lists dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Hyrum is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hyrum. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 7.7, 11.5 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 39 |
First up for Hyrum: R.A.C.E.R. Service Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Nibley, 4.7 stars from 12 reviews); Cache Appliance (7.7 miles away, based in Logan, 5.0 stars from 560 reviews); Chandler’s Appliance (14.6 miles away, based in Smithfield, 5.0 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); iFiX, LLC (33.2 miles away, based in Riverdale, 4.9 stars from 436 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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.
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
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.
Around Hyrum
Most dryer calls in Hyrum 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.
Utah has no contractor classification for appliance repair, but under the Construction Trades Licensing Act anyone who installs, repairs or replaces a residential or commercial gas appliance must hold natural gas technician certification, even on jobs otherwise too small to need a contractor license. Source: Utah Legislature H.B. 49 (2004), Natural Gas Technician Certification, amending Utah Code 58-55-305 and 58-55-308
Gas appliance and combustion system work, starting at the outlet of the gas meter, falls under DOPL's construction trades licensing, and the qualifier for an HVAC contractor license must be a Certified Natural Gas Technician. Source: DOPL Contractor Classifications
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Hyrum
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Hyrum, UT
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
What should I check before calling?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Hyrum
Dryer Repair Near Hyrum
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 Hyrum technician a trip for parts.