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 Federal Heights, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Federal Heights
40 repair companies serve Federal Heights from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Westminster (16), Thornton (10), and Arvada (7). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Priority Appliance Repair Fixers, about 1.4 miles away. Of those, 8 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Federal Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.6, 1.7 |
The leading options for Federal Heights are Appliance Factory (2.6 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.6 stars from 1,109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Golden - Lakewood (7.9 miles away, based in Wheat Ridge, 4.7 stars from 715 reviews); The Appliance Team Arvada (3.1 miles away, based in Arvada, 4.9 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tonny's Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 217 reviews).
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
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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Dryer Notes for Federal Heights, CO
Most dryer calls in Federal Heights 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.
State law treats fuel gas piping separately from plumbing and has the State Plumbing Board adopt a Colorado fuel gas code for inspecting gas piping installations; hooking a gas appliance to an existing service connection falls outside the statute's definition of gas piping. Source: Colorado Revised Statutes Title 12, ยงยง 12-155-103 and 12-155-106 (Colorado General Assembly)
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
Before You Book in Federal Heights
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Federal Heights, CO
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Is my dryer gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Federal Heights technician which parts to bring.