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 Glenview, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Glenview, IL
40 repair companies serve Glenview from within 30 miles. 7 list an address in Glenview, and other nearby bases include Des Plaines (7), Skokie (5), and Northbrook (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. 15 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Pro Glenview Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Glenview. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 22 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.7, 1.3 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Glenview are A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (5.4 miles away, based in Skokie, 4.9 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (3.7 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Park Ridge Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Park Ridge, 4.8 stars from 148 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 855 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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.
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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 Glenview, IL
Most dryer calls in Glenview 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Glenview
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Glenview, IL
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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.