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 Markham and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Markham
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Markham. The rest are spread across Chicago (7), Tinley Park (4), and Palos Heights (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Mario's Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Markham. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Markham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.2, 2.2 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Markham: Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Terry's Service Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 21 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Chicago Ridge, 4.3 stars from 894 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
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What Markham Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Markham 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Markham
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Markham, IL
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Other Dryer Repair in Markham
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Markham
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.