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 Northfield and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Northfield, IL
Within 30 miles of Northfield there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Northfield, and the rest are spread across Glenview (7), Skokie (5), and Northbrook (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Northfield Appliance Repair Pros, around 0.3 miles out. Of those, 15 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 35 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 1.7 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
Closest matches for Northfield: Retro Stove and Gas Works (5.3 miles away, based in Evanston, 4.6 stars from 16 reviews); A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (5.4 miles away, based in Skokie, 4.9 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (5.9 miles away, based in Highland Park, 4.9 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (5.6 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Northfield
Most dryer calls in Northfield 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 Northfield Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Northfield, IL
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Do you cover Northfield and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Northfield
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.