A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. Below are the companies within reach of Granite City, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dryer Repair in Granite City, IL
Within 30 miles of Granite City there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Granite City, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (16), Florissant (4), and Edwardsville (3). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. 9 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Granite City Appliance Repair., about 2.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 26 businesses.
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| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 2.7, 3.0 |
At the top of the Granite City list: Mr. Appliance of Mid America (12.8 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (11.9 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.0 miles away, based in Hazelwood, 4.4 stars from 302 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reconditioned Appliances North (3.0 miles away, based in Pontoon Beach, 4.0 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Granite City, IL
Most dryer calls in Granite City 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 Granite City
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- 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?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Granite City, IL
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is there anything I can try first?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Granite City
Dryer Repair Near Granite City
Before you call a Granite City 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.