When a dryer quits in Metropolis, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Metropolis list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Metropolis
Within 60 miles of Metropolis there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Paducah (7), Murray (3), and Benton (2). Distances run up to about 58 miles. 9 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Appliance Help Center, around 4.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 28 businesses. Metropolis is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention a major dryer brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.5, 5.4, 6.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 29 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
First up for Metropolis: Sears Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Paducah, 4.3 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Help Center (4.5 miles away, based in Paducah, 4.4 stars from 65 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (43.5 miles away, based in Marion, 4.4 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.2 miles away, based in Murray, 4.3 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Metropolis, IL
Most dryer calls in Metropolis 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Metropolis
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Metropolis, IL
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Dryer Repair Near Metropolis
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Metropolis faster and cheaper.