Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Quincy, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Quincy
We found 11 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Quincy. 1 list an address in Quincy, and the rest are spread across Macomb (2), Hannibal (1), and Keokuk (1). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. 3 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Quincy. The 10 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Quincy is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 15.7, 33.0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 11 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
First up for Quincy: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.0 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (48.3 miles away, based in Fort Madison, 4.2 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trone Appliance Center (50.4 miles away, based in Beardstown, 4.2 stars from 37 reviews); Swiftcare Appliance Repair Masters (15.7 miles away, based in Hannibal, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Quincy
Check the Vent Before You Call
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Quincy
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:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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 Quincy, IL
Most dryer calls in Quincy 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 Quincy
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Quincy, IL
Is there anything I can try first?
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Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
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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 Quincy technician a trip for parts.