When a dryer quits in Mead, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Mead
Our data shows 38 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mead. The rest are spread across Spokane (18), Spokane Valley (8), and Coeur d'Alene (3). 16 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Mike's Repair Shop is the nearest, roughly 2.1 miles from Mead. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 5.0, 6.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 38 |
The leading options for Mead are HotWire HVAC, Refrigerator & Appliance Repair Spokane (9.0 miles away, based in Spokane, 4.9 stars from 774 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IV Appliance Clinic (13.0 miles away, based in Spokane, 5.0 stars from 747 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Allway Service Appliance repair & Refrigeration repair (12.4 miles away, based in Spokane Valley, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AirNest Service/Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Spokane Valley, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
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
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:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- 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?
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.
What Mead Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Mead 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.
Before You Book in Mead
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Mead, WA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Mead
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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 Mead technician a trip for parts.