A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Broadview
40 repair companies serve Broadview from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Broadview, and the rest are spread across Oak Park (7), Brookfield (3), and North Riverside (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. 4 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Advanced Parts & Service is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Broadview. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Broadview. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.6, 2.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
At the top of the Broadview list: Act Fast Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.7 stars from 353 reviews); IVAN Appliance Repairs (4.4 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (8.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (8.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
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?
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Broadview, IL
Most dryer calls in Broadview 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 Broadview
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Broadview, IL
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Before you call a Broadview technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.