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 Robinson, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Robinson
Within 60 miles of Robinson there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Olney (3), West Terre Haute (2), and Washington (2). 4 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Jim Scherer Repair, around 27.2 miles out. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Robinson is inside its regular service area.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 13 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 27.2, 27.3, 27.6 |
First up for Robinson: Sears Appliance Repair (31.7 miles away, based in Linton, 4.4 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.3 miles away, based in Olney, 4.7 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.4 miles away, based in Mattoon, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.0 miles away, based in Princeton, 4.5 stars from 75 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?
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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- 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.
Around Robinson
Most dryer calls in Robinson 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.
Questions to Ask a Robinson Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Robinson, IL
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Other Dryer Repair in Robinson
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Robinson
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.