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 Rantoul, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Rantoul, IL
Within 60 miles of Rantoul there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Rantoul itself, and the rest are spread across Bloomington (14), Champaign (6), and Decatur (6). The farthest listed company is about 55 miles out. Purcell Appliance Center is the nearest, roughly 0.0 miles from Rantoul. 11 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Rantoul is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.0, 1.1, 11.9 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 45 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
The leading options for Rantoul are Purcell Appliance Center (0.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Champaign (15.5 miles away, based in Champaign, 4.6 stars from 766 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dick Van Dyke Appliance World (12.7 miles away, based in Champaign, 4.5 stars from 1,233 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Frazier's Appliance Repair, Inc. (11.9 miles away, based in Mahomet, 4.9 stars from 36 reviews).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Rantoul, IL
Most dryer calls in Rantoul 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.
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Before You Book in Rantoul
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Rantoul, IL
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Rantoul technician which parts to bring.