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 Bethalto and the Madison County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Bethalto
Within 30 miles of Bethalto there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Bethalto itself, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (11), Alton (4), and Florissant (4). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. Cauley's Appliance Services. is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Bethalto. Of those, 10 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bethalto. 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) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 2.5 |
Closest matches for Bethalto: Mr. Appliance of Mid America (22.4 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (22.2 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.2 miles away, based in Hazelwood, 4.4 stars from 302 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alton Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Alton, 2.5 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Bethalto
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Local Notes for Bethalto
Most dryer calls in Bethalto 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 Bethalto
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Bethalto, IL
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Is there anything I can try first?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Bethalto
Dryer Repair Near Bethalto
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Bethalto faster and cheaper.