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 Sun City, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Sun City
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sun City. 3 list an address in Sun City, and other nearby bases include Glendale (17), Peoria (11), and El Mirage (4). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Surprise and Goodyear, around 1.2 miles out. Of those, 5 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sun City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.2, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Sun City: Mr. Appliance of Surprise and Goodyear (1.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 832 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Works (1.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 376 reviews); Click and done home services LLC (8.8 miles away, based in Phoenix, 4.9 stars from 125 reviews); SJ Appliance Repair LLC (2.4 miles away, based in El Mirage, 5.0 stars from 11 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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:
- 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: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Dryer Notes for Sun City, AZ
Most dryer calls in Sun City 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.
The Arizona Registrar of Contractors licenses gas piping and gas appliance work under its plumbing classifications (such as C-37 and R-37), which cover piping and appliances for natural and manufactured gas. Source: License Classifications - Arizona Registrar of Contractors
In Arizona, you can check a license with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors Contractor Search or report a problem to the Arizona Attorney General Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Sun City Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Sun City, AZ
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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.