A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Lakeland South list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Lakeland South
Within 30 miles of Lakeland South there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Auburn (12), Kent (9), and Federal Way (6). APPLIANCE REPAIR at your home is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Lakeland South. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 32 businesses.
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 | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.7, 2.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
At the top of the Lakeland South list: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (4.5 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Solutions LLC (2.6 miles away, based in Federal Way, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews); Weirs Appliances (10.0 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 483 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Lakeland South
Check the Vent Before You Call
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What Lakeland South Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Lakeland South 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Lakeland South
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lakeland South, WA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Lakeland South
More Dryer Repair Pages Nearby
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 Lakeland South technician a trip for parts.