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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Glen Ellyn, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Glen Ellyn
Within 30 miles of Glen Ellyn there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Glen Ellyn itself, and other nearby bases include Wheaton (5), Lombard (4), and Glendale Heights (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Nearest on the list: Premier Glen Ellyn Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. 5 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 32 businesses.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 1.3 |
First up for Glen Ellyn: Act Fast Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.7 stars from 353 reviews); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (4.3 miles away, based in Glendale Heights, 4.7 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Oak Brook, 4.6 stars from 315 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aslan Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Roselle, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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.
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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Glen Ellyn, IL
Most dryer calls in Glen Ellyn 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 Glen Ellyn
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- 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: Glen Ellyn, IL
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Glen Ellyn technician which parts to bring.