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 Swansea, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Swansea, IL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Swansea. 1 of them are based in Swansea itself, and the rest are spread across St. Louis (17), Belleville (4), and Fairview Heights (3). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: APPLIANCE REPAIR BELLEVILLE IL, around 1.0 miles out. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Swansea. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.1, 1.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Swansea are Appliance-Mend.com (17.7 miles away, based in Waterloo, 4.8 stars from 55 reviews); Keeven Appliance (23.6 miles away, based in Florissant, 3.6 stars from 149 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Mid America (2.1 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (20.6 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
If You Smell Gas
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
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
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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:
- 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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.
What Swansea Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Swansea 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Swansea
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Swansea, IL
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Do you cover Swansea and nearby towns?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Other Dryer Repair in Swansea
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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.