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. The Leadville 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, Leadville
Within 60 miles of Leadville there are 15 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Leadville itself, and other nearby bases include Avon (2), Edwards (2), and Salida (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Of those, 3 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is Manny's Appliance, about 0.3 miles away. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Leadville is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Leadville. 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) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 14.3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
Closest matches for Leadville: Andy's Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Vail, Aspen, and Glenwood (27.9 miles away, based in Avon, 4.9 stars from 256 reviews); Appliance Artisan (14.3 miles away, based in Alma, 5.0 stars from 28 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (51.5 miles away, based in Salida, 2.4 stars from 5 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- 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?
- 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?
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.
What Leadville Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Leadville 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Leadville
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Leadville, CO
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Leadville
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Leadville technician which parts to bring.