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 Delavan and the Walworth County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Delavan, WI
We found 32 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Delavan. 1 of them are based in Delavan itself, and the rest are spread across Janesville (4), Beloit (3), and McHenry (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Of those, 5 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Leek's Motor Services, around 3.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 24 businesses.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 32 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 5.5, 10.8 |
At the top of the Delavan list: Petersen's Reconditioned Washers & Dryers, Inc. (17.8 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ramsdell's Appliance Repair (20.2 miles away, based in Janesville, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CJ Appliances (21.9 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.9 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.6 miles away, based in Janesville, 4.4 stars from 232 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Delavan
What Gets Fixed on a Delavan Dryer Call
Why the Vent Matters
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
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
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What Delavan Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Delavan 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.
Questions to Ask a Delavan Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Delavan, WI
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Delavan
Dryer Repair Near Delavan
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 Delavan technician a trip for parts.