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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Wilmington and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Wilmington
Within 30 miles of Wilmington there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Joliet (16), Plainfield (5), and Mokena (3). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. Walsh Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 6.1 miles from Wilmington. 4 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wilmington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.1, 13.1, 13.7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
First up for Wilmington: Sears Appliance Repair (22.2 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.4 stars from 189 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.2 miles away, based in Bourbonnais, 4.6 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.7 miles away, based in Joliet, 4.6 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NextFix Appliance Repair And Service, Inc (18.4 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 91 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?
What a Technician Checks 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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - 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.
Around Wilmington
Most dryer calls in Wilmington 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 Wilmington
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Wilmington, IL
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Wilmington
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Wilmington technician which parts to bring.