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. The Worth listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Worth
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Worth. 2 of them are based in Worth itself, and the rest are spread across Oak Lawn (6), Orland Park (5), and Chicago (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Worth Appliance Repair Technologies, about 0.2 miles away. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Worth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.3, 1.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
First up for Worth: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (9.9 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Chicago Ridge, 4.3 stars from 894 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.6 stars from 612 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - 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
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Worth
Most dryer calls in Worth 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Worth
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Worth, IL
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do you cover Worth and nearby towns?
Other Dryer Repair in Worth
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Worth
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Worth technician which parts to bring.