Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Byron, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Byron, IL
We found 32 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Byron. Other nearby bases include Rockford (9), Freeport (6), and Belvidere (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. P J's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Byron. 6 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 26 businesses.
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 | 3.1, 10.0, 11.9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 32 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
The leading options for Byron are Sears Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Rockford, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A B Appliance Services & Repair (21.8 miles away, based in Freeport, 4.7 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (29.4 miles away, based in Sycamore, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.9 miles away, based in Rockford, 4.3 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
If you smell gas strongly or are unsure, leave the building and call the gas company or 911 once you are outside; do not use light switches, appliance controls, phones near the odor, or anything that could spark. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas
Never turn back on gas that was shut off for safety, and have gas line work done by a licensed plumber or the gas company. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer repairs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Byron
Most dryer calls in Byron 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.
Before You Book in Byron
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Byron, IL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Byron technician which parts to bring.