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 Palatine and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Palatine
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Palatine. 4 list an address in Palatine, and the rest are spread across Arlington Heights (12), Buffalo Grove (6), and Schaumburg (5). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Lincolnwood Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. 14 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.5, 0.8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
Closest matches for Palatine: AMZ Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (4.1 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.7 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (5.7 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
- 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 Palatine, IL
Most dryer calls in Palatine 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Palatine
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Palatine, IL
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Palatine
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.