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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Manhattan and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Manhattan
Within 30 miles of Manhattan there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Joliet (16), Tinley Park (5), and Orland Park (4). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. 5 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Lincoln Highway Appliance Service, around 4.9 miles out. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Manhattan. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.9, 8.4, 8.4 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Manhattan: Sears Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.4 stars from 189 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Joliet, 4.6 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in Bourbonnais, 4.6 stars from 170 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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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.
Around Manhattan
Most dryer calls in Manhattan 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 Manhattan Technician
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Manhattan, IL
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Do you cover Manhattan and nearby towns?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Manhattan
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Manhattan technician which parts to bring.