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 Grayslake, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Grayslake, IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Grayslake. The rest are spread across Waukegan (6), Vernon Hills (4), and Buffalo Grove (4). 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. A Absolute Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.9 miles from Grayslake. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 33 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.9, 4.0, 4.3 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Grayslake are AMZ Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ghost Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Vernon Hills, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell 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
If you smell gas strongly or are unsure, leave the building and call the gas company or 911 once you are outside; do not use light switches, appliance controls, phones near the odor, or anything that could spark. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas
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What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What Grayslake Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Grayslake 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.
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Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Grayslake
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Grayslake, 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 Grayslake technician which parts to bring.