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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Glencoe and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Glencoe
Within 30 miles of Glencoe there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Glenview (7), Evanston (7), and Highland Park (5). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Sure Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Glencoe. 12 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.8, 2.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
Closest matches for Glencoe: Retro Stove and Gas Works (6.4 miles away, based in Evanston, 4.6 stars from 16 reviews); Appliance Repair Stars (4.0 miles away, based in Highland Park, 4.9 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (6.7 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
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.
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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Glencoe
Most dryer calls in Glencoe 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.
Questions to Ask a Glencoe Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Glencoe, IL
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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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.