When a dryer quits in Wakefield, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Wakefield list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dryer Repair in Wakefield, VA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wakefield. Other nearby bases include Fairfax (12), Springfield (9), and Falls Church (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. 11 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The closest is Same Day Appliance Repair, about 2.5 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 34 businesses.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 2.5, 2.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Wakefield: Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (5.0 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (3.7 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (4.0 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S&E Appliance Repair LLC (3.0 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.7 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Wakefield
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Why the Vent Matters
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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 Wakefield, VA
Most dryer calls in Wakefield 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 Wakefield
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Wakefield, VA
Which areas near Wakefield do these technicians cover?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Wakefield
Dryer Repair Near Wakefield
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 Wakefield technician a trip for parts.