When a dryer quits in South Salt Lake, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving South Salt Lake and the Salt Lake County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near South Salt Lake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of South Salt Lake. 6 of them are based in South Salt Lake itself, and other nearby bases include Salt Lake City (21), West Valley City (5), and Taylorsville (3). 5 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. ASU Appliance Sales & Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from South Salt Lake. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 27 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
At the top of the South Salt Lake list: Appliance Service By Paul (4.4 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.8 stars from 2,590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PowerClean Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.9 stars from 949 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Famous Appliance Service (7.3 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.6 stars from 805 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Salt Lake City (0.9 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.7 stars from 1,513 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for South Salt Lake
Most dryer calls in South Salt Lake 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 South Salt Lake
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: South Salt Lake, UT
Is there anything I can try first?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, South Salt Lake
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in South Salt Lake faster and cheaper.