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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Harvard, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Harvard, IL
Within 30 miles of Harvard there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Lake in the Hills (6), Belvidere (3), and McHenry (3). Leek's Motor Services is the nearest, roughly 10.6 miles from Harvard. 7 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 32 businesses.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.6, 11.2, 12.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
Closest matches for Harvard: Petersen's Reconditioned Washers & Dryers, Inc. (18.9 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Rockford, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ramsdell's Appliance Repair (27.1 miles away, based in Janesville, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (27.2 miles away, based in Sycamore, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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.
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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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 Harvard Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Harvard 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 Harvard Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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: Harvard, IL
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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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.