A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Danville list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Danville
Within 60 miles of Danville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Danville, and the rest are spread across Greensboro (12), Burlington (5), and Roxboro (4). Danville Appliance Sales & Service is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Danville. 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Danville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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 (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 7.7, 18.4 |
First up for Danville: Called To Repair (34.6 miles away, based in Mebane, 4.9 stars from 264 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.1 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.4 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Porterfield's Appliance Repair (22.2 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.6 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Performance Appliances Greensboro (37.7 miles away, based in Greensboro, 4.7 stars from 61 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Danville, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
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.
What Danville Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Danville 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 Danville
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Danville, VA
What should I check before calling?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Before you call a Danville technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.