A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Hillsboro and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Hillsboro
Within 60 miles of Hillsboro there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Springfield (9), Alton (4), and Edwardsville (3). Distances run up to about 49 miles. The closest is Alderbrook Appliance Works, about 18.8 miles away. 13 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 33 businesses. Hillsboro is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 18.8, 19.9, 22.6 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
Closest matches for Hillsboro: Dick Van Dyke Appliance World (42.9 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.5 stars from 1,739 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shaw's Appliance Sales & Services (19.9 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.3 stars from 29 reviews); Matt Cawley Appliance Service (46.9 miles away, based in Riverton, 4.4 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Liberty Appliance & Repair (46.6 miles away, based in Salem, 4.7 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer 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
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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Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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 Hillsboro, IL
Most dryer calls in Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Hillsboro, 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?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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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.