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 Stevens Point and the Portage County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Stevens Point, WI
Our data shows 27 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Stevens Point. 2 list an address in Stevens Point, and other nearby bases include Appleton (6), Oshkosh (3), and Wisconsin Rapids (2). Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Stevens Point. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Stevens Point is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Stevens Point. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 3.2, 3.7 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 27 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
First up for Stevens Point: Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Heins Appliance (49.3 miles away, based in Shawano, 4.9 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M&S Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in Wisconsin Rapids, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Extreme Care Appliance Repair (16.3 miles away, based in Wisconsin Rapids, 4.3 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Stevens Point Dryer Call
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Stevens Point, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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?
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 Stevens Point Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Stevens Point 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Stevens Point
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Stevens Point, WI
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Is there anything I can try first?
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Stevens Point faster and cheaper.