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 Antioch list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Antioch
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Antioch. 1 list an address in Antioch, and other nearby bases include Kenosha (7), Waukegan (6), and McHenry (3). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Nearest on the list: Command Service Center, INC, around 1.2 miles out. Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Antioch. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 4.0, 5.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Antioch: Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (19.5 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (13.3 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ghost Appliance Repair (16.3 miles away, based in Vernon Hills, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Antioch
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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
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?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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: $100–$200 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?
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 Antioch, IL
Most dryer calls in Antioch 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Before You Book in Antioch
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Antioch, IL
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Antioch faster and cheaper.