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. The Winnetka listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Winnetka
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Winnetka. 2 of them are based in Winnetka itself, and the rest are spread across Evanston (9), Skokie (8), and Glenview (6). 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Superior Winnetka Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 1.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
The leading options for Winnetka are Retro Stove and Gas Works (4.2 miles away, based in Evanston, 4.6 stars from 16 reviews); A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (5.4 miles away, based in Skokie, 4.9 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (6.2 miles away, based in Highland Park, 4.9 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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:
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Around Winnetka
Most dryer calls in Winnetka 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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Before You Book in Winnetka
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Winnetka, IL
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Winnetka
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.