A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Fair Oaks list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dryer Repair in Fair Oaks, VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fair Oaks. Other nearby bases include Fairfax (15), Centreville (6), and Chantilly (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. The closest is Foremost Repairs, Inc., about 1.1 miles away. 9 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fair Oaks. 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 | 19 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.6, 1.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Fair Oaks are Nova Fix Appliance (3.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (6.7 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Foremost Repairs, Inc. (1.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.6 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (2.7 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 Fair Oaks
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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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 Fair Oaks Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Fair Oaks 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Fair Oaks
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Fair Oaks, VA
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
What should I check before calling?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Do you cover Fair Oaks and nearby towns?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Fair Oaks
Dryer Repair Near Fair Oaks
Before you call a Fair Oaks 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.