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. The Colville list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Colville
8 repair companies serve Colville from within 62 miles. The rest are spread across Spokane (6), Valley (1), and Chattaroy (1). ABC Economy Appliance Hospital is the nearest, roughly 26.8 miles from Colville. 1 lists dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 5 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars. Colville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (62 mi) | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 26.8, 48.3, 58.1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Colville list: Sears Appliance Repair (61.2 miles away, based in Spokane, 4.5 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Spokane Appliance Technicians (61.2 miles away, based in Spokane, lists Saturday hours); AAR - All Appliance Repair LLC (48.3 miles away, based in Chattaroy, 5.0 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A OK Appliance Service (60.1 miles away, based in Spokane, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Colville 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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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.
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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Local Notes for Colville
Most dryer calls in Colville 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Colville
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Colville, WA
What should I check before calling?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
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Dryer Repair Near Colville
Before you call a Colville 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.