Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Bon Air and the Chesterfield County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Bon Air, VA
40 repair companies serve Bon Air from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Richmond (27), Mechanicsville (4), and Midlothian (2). Nearest on the list: 488 Group, around 1.2 miles out. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bon Air. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 53 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.8, 1.9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
At the top of the Bon Air list: Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (8.2 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (1.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (9.2 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Bon Air
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
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
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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 Bon Air
Most dryer calls in Bon Air 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
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Bon Air
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Bon Air, VA
Why is my dryer squealing?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What should I check before calling?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Bon Air
Dryer Repair Near Bon Air
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 Bon Air technician a trip for parts.