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 Lake Forest, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Lake Forest
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Forest. 1 of them are based in Lake Forest itself, and other nearby bases include Wheeling (6), Highland Park (5), and Buffalo Grove (5). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Appliance Repair Technologies Lake Forest is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Lake Forest. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Forest. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 3.0, 3.7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Lake Forest are Appliance Repair Stars (4.8 miles away, based in Highland Park, 4.9 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (9.4 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ghost Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Vernon Hills, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
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
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.
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Around Lake Forest
Most dryer calls in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Forest, IL
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Lake Forest technician which parts to bring.