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 Johnston, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Johnston
Within 30 miles of Johnston there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and West Des Moines (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Greens Appliance, Heating & Cooling is the nearest, roughly 3.4 miles from Johnston. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Johnston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.4, 3.5, 3.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 27 |
First up for Johnston: Westside Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Warners' Stellian Appliance (9.2 miles away, based in West Des Moines, 4.8 stars from 1,395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Waukee, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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 Dryer Safety
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Johnston
Most dryer calls in Johnston 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
Before You Book in Johnston
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Johnston, IA
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which areas near Johnston do these technicians cover?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Johnston technician which parts to bring.