A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Beloit and the Rock County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Beloit, WI
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Beloit. 3 list an address in Beloit, and the rest are spread across Rockford (9), Janesville (4), and Belvidere (3). The closest is Wahl's Appliance & Mattress, about 0.4 miles away. 5 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 26 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 32 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.1, 1.3 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
First up for Beloit: Stoughton Appliance Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Stoughton, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ramsdell's Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Janesville, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in Janesville, 4.4 stars from 232 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in Rockford, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Beloit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Beloit, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Beloit, WI
Most dryer calls in Beloit 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Beloit
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Beloit, WI
Is there anything I can try first?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
How much does dryer repair cost in Beloit?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Beloit
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Before you call a Beloit 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.