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 Poquoson, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dryer Repair in Poquoson, VA
Within 30 miles of Poquoson there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Norfolk (9), Hampton (5), and Yorktown (4). 8 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The closest is Gateway Appliance Experts, about 2.5 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 5.3, 6.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Poquoson: East Coast Appliance (9.2 miles away, based in Newport News, 4.8 stars from 2,512 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (21.4 miles away, based in Norfolk, 4.9 stars from 3,721 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Tabb, 4.6 stars from 476 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (22.8 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- 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
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Poquoson 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
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 Poquoson
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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 Poquoson
Most dryer calls in Poquoson 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)
Before You Book in Poquoson
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Poquoson, VA
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Before you call a Poquoson 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.