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 Sandston and the Henrico County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Sandston
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sandston. 1 list an address in Sandston, and other nearby bases include Richmond (26), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (2). 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Hobart Service, around 1.7 miles out. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 52 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 6.2, 6.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
The leading options for Sandston are Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (19.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (15.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (13.3 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); East Coast Appliance (15.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Sandston
What Gets Fixed on a Sandston Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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?
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 Sandston, VA
Most dryer calls in Sandston 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)
Questions to Ask a Sandston Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Sandston faster and cheaper.