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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Northbrook and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Northbrook
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Northbrook. 4 of them are based in Northbrook itself, and the rest are spread across Wheeling (8), Glenview (7), and Highland Park (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Of those, 14 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: G E Appliance Services, around 0.3 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.7, 1.7 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
Closest matches for Northbrook: Appliance Repair Stars (4.4 miles away, based in Highland Park, 4.9 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (3.3 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); B & W Washer & Dryer Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
What Northbrook Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Northbrook 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 Northbrook Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Northbrook, IL
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Do you cover Northbrook and nearby towns?
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.