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 O'Fallon, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, O'Fallon
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of O'Fallon. 1 list an address in O'Fallon, and the rest are spread across St. Louis (17), Belleville (4), and Fairview Heights (3). Distances run up to about 21 miles. The closest is Appliance Repair Ruby, about 0.9 miles away. Of those, 6 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from O'Fallon. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 3.5, 3.9 |
At the top of the O'Fallon list: Appliance-Mend.com (22.5 miles away, based in Waterloo, 4.8 stars from 55 reviews); Keeven Appliance (24.4 miles away, based in Florissant, 3.6 stars from 149 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Mid America (3.9 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (23.2 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
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.
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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 O'Fallon
Most dryer calls in O'Fallon 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.
Before You Book in O'Fallon
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: O'Fallon, IL
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Do you cover O'Fallon and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a O'Fallon technician which parts to bring.