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 Technicians Serving Johnsburg, IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Johnsburg. The rest are spread across Lake in the Hills (6), McHenry (3), and Crystal Lake (3). Distances run up to about 17 miles. Pike McHenry Appliance Repair Co is the nearest, roughly 2.4 miles from Johnsburg. Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 3.4, 3.6 |
Closest matches for Johnsburg: JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (16.2 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); Sears Appliance Repair (15.0 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Why Dryers Break Down
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
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?
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:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Johnsburg, IL
Most dryer calls in Johnsburg 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Johnsburg
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Johnsburg, IL
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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 Johnsburg technician a trip for parts.