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. Below are the companies within reach of Kingstowne, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dryer Repair in Kingstowne, VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kingstowne. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (20), Springfield (12), and Annandale (3). Of those, 12 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. ServiceNow Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Kingstowne. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kingstowne. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.9, 1.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
First up for Kingstowne: Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (1.9 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (3.4 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (4.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Kingstowne Dryer Call
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Kingstowne
Most dryer calls in Kingstowne 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 Kingstowne
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Kingstowne, VA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Kingstowne
Dryer Repair Near Kingstowne
Before you call a Kingstowne 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.