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 Summit, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Summit
Within 30 miles of Summit there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Oak Lawn (6), Cicero (4), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. 6 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Bedford Park Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Summit. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Summit. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.4, 1.7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
Closest matches for Summit: IVAN Appliance Repairs (8.8 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Oak Brook, 4.6 stars from 315 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (8.4 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trust Pro Appliance of Chicago (7.7 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks 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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Summit, IL
Most dryer calls in Summit 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 Summit
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- 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: Summit, IL
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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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.