When a dryer quits in Shorewood, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Shorewood list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Shorewood
Within 30 miles of Shorewood there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Shorewood itself, and the rest are spread across Joliet (16), Plainfield (9), and Naperville (4). Distances run up to about 13 miles. The closest is Kankakee River Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. 4 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Shorewood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 1.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
First up for Shorewood: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (20.3 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leonardi Appliance (17.3 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.8 stars from 289 reviews); NextFix Appliance Repair And Service, Inc (4.5 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Joliet, 4.6 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Shorewood
What Gets Fixed on a Shorewood Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Shorewood
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 belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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?
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 Shorewood, IL
Most dryer calls in Shorewood 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 Shorewood
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Shorewood, IL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Shorewood
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Before you call a Shorewood 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.