A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Colonial Heights
40 repair companies serve Colonial Heights from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Colonial Heights, and other nearby bases include Richmond (24), Petersburg (4), and Midlothian (2). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Colonial Heights. Of those, 5 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Colonial Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.3, 2.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 51 |
Closest matches for Colonial Heights: Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (28.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (27.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (20.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Colonial Heights
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Colonial Heights
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:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Colonial Heights
Most dryer calls in Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Colonial Heights, VA
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Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Colonial Heights
Dryer Repair Near Colonial Heights
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 Colonial Heights technician a trip for parts.