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 Lincolnwood, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Lincolnwood, IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lincolnwood. 3 of them are based in Lincolnwood itself, and other nearby bases include Chicago (20), Skokie (7), and Evanston (7). Distances run up to about 4 miles. Of those, 13 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Lincolnwood Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 38 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lincolnwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 0.6 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
The leading options for Lincolnwood are A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (1.7 miles away, based in Skokie, 4.9 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC and Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SAVA HVAC & Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (1.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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.
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?
- 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.
Around Lincolnwood
Most dryer calls in Lincolnwood 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 Lincolnwood
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Lincolnwood, IL
Which areas near Lincolnwood do these technicians cover?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas 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.