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. Below are the companies within reach of Salem, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians Serving Salem, VA
Within 30 miles of Salem there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Salem itself, and other nearby bases include Roanoke (9), Christiansburg (2), and Vinton (1). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. Of those, 5 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Getz Appliance Repair and Refrigeration LLC, around 0.5 miles out. The 14 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salem. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 2.9, 5.4 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
First up for Salem: Peerless Appliance Services (7.7 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Affordable Appliances Repair and Sales LLC (8.1 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.1 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Christiansburg, 4.3 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Salem
What Gets Fixed on a Salem Dryer Call
Why the Vent Matters
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
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 Salem
Before replacing a dryer in Salem, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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 Salem
Most dryer calls in Salem 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 Salem
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Salem, VA
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Salem
Dryer Repair Near Salem
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 Salem technician a trip for parts.