The fastest way to narrow down a dryer that will not heat is to know how it heats: a gas burner with an igniter and valve, or an electric element on a 240-volt circuit. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Danville and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Danville
33 repair companies serve Danville from within 60 miles. 2 list an address in Danville, and the rest are spread across Champaign (6), Lafayette (6), and Crawfordsville (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Gibson's Mr Appliance, around 1.3 miles out. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Danville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Danville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.5, 29.9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 33 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
First up for Danville: Mr. Appliance of West Central Indiana (38.3 miles away, based in Crawfordsville, 4.8 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Purcell Appliance Center (30.7 miles away, based in Rantoul, 4.9 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Champaign (37.4 miles away, based in Champaign, 4.6 stars from 766 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.5 miles away, based in Crawfordsville, 4.7 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer repairs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Local Notes for Danville
Most dryer calls in Danville 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 Danville
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Danville, IL
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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 Danville technician which parts to bring.