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 Riverside and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Riverside
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Riverside. 2 list an address in Riverside, and other nearby bases include Oak Park (7), Cicero (4), and North Riverside (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: A-Johnston Appliance Rpr Services, around 0.2 miles out. Of those, 5 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 32 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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.2, 1.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
Closest matches for Riverside: IVAN Appliance Repairs (5.8 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (7.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Oak Brook, 4.6 stars from 315 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trust Pro Appliance of Chicago (5.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat 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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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 Riverside
Most dryer calls in Riverside 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 Riverside
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Riverside, IL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Riverside technician which parts to bring.