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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Alsip and the Cook County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Alsip, IL
Within 30 miles of Alsip there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Alsip, and other nearby bases include Chicago (7), Oak Lawn (6), and Palos Heights (3). The closest is Alsip Appliance Repair, about 0.1 miles away. 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Alsip: Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Chicago Ridge, 4.3 stars from 894 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.6 stars from 612 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Alsip
Most dryer calls in Alsip 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.
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Before You Book in Alsip
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Alsip, IL
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Alsip
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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 Alsip technician a trip for parts.