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 Wood Dale and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Wood Dale
40 repair companies serve Wood Dale from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Wood Dale itself, and the rest are spread across Des Plaines (5), Addison (4), and Elmhurst (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. 12 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Alpha Appliance Repair Wood Dale, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 39 businesses.
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| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.1, 2.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
First up for Wood Dale: Act Fast Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.7 stars from 353 reviews); Unique Repair Services, Inc. (4.9 miles away, based in Des Plaines, 4.7 stars from 4,854 reviews); Aslan Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Roselle, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (5.7 miles away, based in Glendale Heights, 4.7 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
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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
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
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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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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 Wood Dale
Most dryer calls in Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
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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.