A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Below are independent repair companies within reach of North Riverside, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, North Riverside
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of North Riverside. 3 of them are based in North Riverside itself, and the rest are spread across Oak Park (7), Cicero (4), and Brookfield (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from North Riverside. 4 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Riverside. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.1, 1.1 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
First up for North Riverside: IVAN Appliance Repairs (4.8 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (7.4 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (7.6 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Oak Brook, 4.6 stars from 315 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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer 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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
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.
Dryer Notes for North Riverside, IL
Most dryer calls in North Riverside 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 North Riverside Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: North Riverside, IL
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my 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.