A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. The Chicago listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Chicago
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Chicago. 25 of them are based in Chicago itself, and the rest are spread across Cicero (4), Oak Park (4), and North Riverside (3). Distances run up to about 7 miles. 11 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Dependable Appliance Repair Chicago, around 1.1 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 35 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 2.1, 2.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
Closest matches for Chicago: A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance of Chicago (3.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 517 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (4.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ghost appliance repair (3.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (6.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
Have a professional inspect a gas dryer's gas line and connection for leaks and damage. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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 Chicago, IL
Gas dryers in Chicago are typically served by Peoples Gas. If you ever smell gas near the dryer, leave the house and call the gas utility from outside before calling a repair company. Source: Welcome to Peoples Gas: Your guide to natural gas delivery services
Gas line and appliance connection permits in Chicago go through City of Chicago Department of Buildings. Permit office
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 Chicago
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Chicago, IL
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.