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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Mahomet and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Mahomet, IL
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mahomet. 1 of them are based in Mahomet itself, and the rest are spread across Champaign (6), Rantoul (2), and Urbana (1). Nearest on the list: Frazier's Appliance Repair, Inc., around 3.4 miles out. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 8 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mahomet. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 5.8, 6.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
The leading options for Mahomet are Mr. Appliance of Champaign (6.3 miles away, based in Champaign, 4.6 stars from 766 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dick Van Dyke Appliance World (8.7 miles away, based in Champaign, 4.5 stars from 1,233 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Purcell Appliance Center (14.7 miles away, based in Rantoul, 4.9 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Frazier's Appliance Repair, Inc. (3.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 36 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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.
What Mahomet Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Mahomet 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 Mahomet Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Mahomet, IL
Do you cover Mahomet and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Other Dryer Repair in Mahomet
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Mahomet
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.