A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Bensley list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Bensley, VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bensley. The rest are spread across Richmond (26), Colonial Heights (3), and Mechanicsville (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Nearest on the list: Richmond Appliance Repair Co., around 1.6 miles out. Of those, 7 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 3.9, 4.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 52 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Bensley list: Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (16.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (14.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (9.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (13.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Bensley
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Dryer Notes for Bensley, VA
Most dryer calls in Bensley 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
The Board for Contractors licenses gas fitting contractors and individual gas fitter, natural gas fitter and liquefied petroleum gas fitter tradesmen. Source: 18VAC50-30-10, Definitions (Individual License and Certification Regulations)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Bensley
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Bensley, VA
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Bensley
Dryer Repair Near Bensley
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Bensley faster and cheaper.