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 Richland list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Richland, WA
Within 60 miles of Richland there are 20 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Richland, and the rest are spread across Pasco (4), Kennewick (3), and Walla Walla (3). Of those, 5 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Smart Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Richland is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Richland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 3.5, 6.2 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
Closest matches for Richland: Fred's Appliance (6.2 miles away, based in Kennewick, 4.1 stars from 731 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master's Appliance & Refrigeration, LLC (10.4 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.2 stars from 77 reviews); Smart Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UDG Services LLC (3.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 142 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Richland Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- 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 Richland Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Richland 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
Washington's state plumber certification law defines plumbing as potable water, waste, medical gas and similar systems and does not list fuel gas piping, so gas line work is not part of the state plumber certificate. Source: Chapter 18.106 RCW, Plumbers
Questions to Ask a Richland Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Richland, WA
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Why is my dryer squealing?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Richland
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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 Richland technician a trip for parts.