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 Mount Vernon and the Fairfax County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Mount Vernon
40 repair companies serve Mount Vernon from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (21), Springfield (10), and Lorton (4). Distances run up to about 8 miles. 10 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: A A Appliances Repair Services Inc, around 1.1 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 34 businesses.
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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 2.1, 3.8 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Mount Vernon are Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (5.5 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (3.8 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ProTech Appliance Repair Inc (6.1 miles away, based in Lorton, 4.9 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Mount Vernon Dryer Call
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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 Mount Vernon
Before replacing a dryer in Mount Vernon, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
What Mount Vernon Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon
- 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?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Mount Vernon, VA
How much does dryer repair cost in Mount Vernon?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Mount Vernon
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Mount Vernon technician a trip for parts.