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 Algona and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Algona
We found 15 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Algona. 2 list an address in Algona, and other nearby bases include Mason City (2), Storm Lake (2), and Estherville (1). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Algona Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Algona. The 14 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Algona is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Algona. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 38.0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 15 |
At the top of the Algona list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); McCloskey Appliance (52.3 miles away, based in Mason City, 4.3 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.3 miles away, based in Fairmont, 4.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zilge's Appliance Center (52.2 miles away, based in Mason City, 4.4 stars from 109 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Algona
Most dryer calls in Algona 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.
Fuel gas piping falls within Iowa's statutory definition of plumbing, and gas lines tied to HVAC, hydronic and refrigeration systems are covered by those mechanical licenses, all issued by the state Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board; people qualified under liquefied petroleum gas rules may work on propane equipment and its piping. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
Questions to Ask a Algona Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Algona, IA
Which areas near Algona do these technicians cover?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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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.