The fastest way to narrow down a dryer that will not heat is to know how it heats: a gas burner with an igniter and valve, or an electric element on a 240-volt circuit. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Rock Island and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Rock Island, IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Rock Island. The rest are spread across Davenport (20), Moline (6), and Bettendorf (3). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. The closest is Aaron Douglas Appliance Services, about 3.6 miles away. 3 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rock Island. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.6, 3.6, 3.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 42 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
First up for Rock Island: Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Moline, 4.0 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Davenport, 3.8 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Washer & Dryer Repair (23.8 miles away, based in Muscatine, 4.3 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zeglin's Home TV & Appliance (5.7 miles away, based in Moline, 4.2 stars from 117 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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Rock Island
Most dryer calls in Rock Island 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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Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Rock Island
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
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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.