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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of River Grove, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving River Grove, IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of River Grove. 2 of them are based in River Grove itself, and other nearby bases include Chicago (13), Oak Park (7), and Melrose Park (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Of those, 5 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is True River Grove Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.5, 0.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
First up for River Grove: IVAN Appliance Repairs (1.2 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Park Ridge Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Park Ridge, 4.8 stars from 148 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC and Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SAVA HVAC & Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
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
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for River Grove, IL
Most dryer calls in River Grove 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 River Grove
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: River Grove, IL
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Who can work on a gas 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.