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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving McLean and the Fairfax County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near McLean
40 repair companies serve McLean from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in McLean, and other nearby bases include Falls Church (10), Bethesda (10), and Vienna (5). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Of those, 7 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Ace McLean Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from McLean. 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 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.5, 2.2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
Closest matches for McLean: ABV Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (5.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a McLean Dryer Call
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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
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 McLean
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:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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.
Dryer Notes for McLean, VA
Most dryer calls in McLean 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 McLean
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: McLean, VA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What should I check before calling?
How much does dryer repair cost in McLean?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, McLean
Dryer Repair Near McLean
Before you call a McLean 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.