Dryer Repair in Westmont & DuPage County
Gas and electric dryers that won't heat, won't start or take forever to dry. A slow dryer is also a fire risk, so it's worth a look.
Common dryer problems we fix
- Won't turn on
- Runs but clothes never fully dry
- Won't turn off when clothes are dry
- Doesn't finish its cycles
- Suddenly became very noisy
- Clothes from a gas dryer smell of fuel
- Keeps spinning with the door open
- Tears or tangles clothing
Andrei Zinchenko
Owner · Family-owned & operated
I live in Westmont and handle every repair personally. No subcontractors and no call center: when you call, you talk to me, and I am the one who comes to your home.
I repair gas and electric dryers, and I always check the vent as well as the dryer, because a clogged vent is the most common reason clothes stay damp.
You will always know the price before I start. Call me any time: (630) 414-9155.
What usually causes it
Runs but no heat
On electric dryers: a burned-out heating element, a blown thermal fuse or a failed thermostat. On gas dryers: igniter, gas valve coils or flame sensor.
Takes forever to dry
A clogged lint duct is the most common cause. It also makes the dryer run hot and is a fire risk.
Won't start
A blown thermal fuse, a broken door switch, a failed start switch, or a problem with the outlet or breaker.
Squeaking, thumping or grinding
Worn drum rollers, idler pulley, drum glides or a broken belt.
Stops after a few minutes
Overheating from restricted airflow, or a failing motor or thermostat.
Around here
Basement laundry usually means a long dryer vent run up through the rim joist, often with several elbows. Long runs fill with lint faster, and in January the outside hood can ice over. A dryer that suddenly takes two cycles in winter is very often a vent problem, not a heater problem, and it is worth fixing because lint is a fire risk.
Before the technician arrives
- Clean the lint screen and check the vent hood outside: you should feel strong airflow when the dryer runs.
- Check that the dryer is plugged in and the breaker isn't tripped. Electric dryers use two breakers.
- If you smell gas, stop using the dryer, don't turn on switches, and call your gas company.
- Don't keep running a dryer that smells of burning.
Repair or replace?
Dryers are simple machines and usually last 10 to 13 years. Most repairs, like heating elements, fuses, belts, rollers and igniters, cost much less than a new dryer, so repair is almost always the better choice.
Keep it running longer
- Clean the lint screen after every load.
- Have the vent duct cleaned about once a year.
- Don't overload the drum.
- Use rigid or semi-rigid metal duct, not plastic or foil accordion hose.
Dryer error codes and what they mean
The codes we see most often. Meanings can differ by model, so send us the code with your model number and we will tell you what it usually takes to fix.
| Brand | Code | What it means | What we check |
|---|---|---|---|
| LG | d80 / d90 / d95 | Exhaust vent 80–95% blocked | Vent duct and outside hood: needs cleaning |
| LG | tE1 / tE2 | Temperature sensor fault | Thermistors, wiring, heater |
| LG | PS | Power problem on an electric dryer | One leg of the 240V circuit: breaker, outlet, cord |
| LG | HS | Moisture sensor fault | Sensor bars, wiring |
| Whirlpool / Maytag | Check Vent light | Airflow is restricted | Lint screen, vent duct, outside hood |
Dryer brands we repair
Gas and electric dryers from every major brand. If yours is not listed, call anyway.
Where we repair dryers
We work from Westmont across DuPage County.
Dryer repair questions
Why does my dryer keep blowing the thermal fuse?
The fuse blows when the dryer overheats, almost always because of a clogged vent. Replacing the fuse without cleaning the vent means it will blow again.
Do you repair gas dryers?
Yes, both gas and electric dryers of all major brands.
Is a hot dryer top normal?
Warm is normal. Too hot to touch usually means restricted airflow. Stop using it and check the vent.
How often should the vent be cleaned?
About once a year, more often with heavy use or a long vent run.
Who does dryer repair in DuPage County?
AZ Tech Appliance Repair, a family-owned company based in Westmont. We handle repairs across Downers Grove, Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Lombard, Darien and the rest of DuPage County.
Other repairs
Tell us what's going on
Share a few details and the model number if you have it. We'll call you back with what's likely wrong, what the repair involves and when we can be there.
(630) 414-9155Or leave your number and we'll call you right back.