Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. The Lake of the Woods list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Lake of the Woods
36 repair companies serve Lake of the Woods from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Stafford (11), Fredericksburg (7), and Dumfries (4). Johnson Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 8.3 miles from Lake of the Woods. 7 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 36 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.3, 13.0, 13.5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
First up for Lake of the Woods: Mr. Appliance of Fredericksburg (20.1 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.8 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tolo Appliances LLC (28.5 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Onspot Appliance Repair LLC (29.9 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Fredericksburg, 4.0 stars from 294 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Lake of the Woods Dryer Call
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Lake of the Woods
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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
Local Notes for Lake of the Woods
Most dryer calls in Lake of the Woods 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 Lake of the Woods
- 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: Lake of the Woods, VA
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Lake of the Woods
Dryer Repair Near Lake of the Woods
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Lake of the Woods faster and cheaper.