Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Nevada, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Nevada
Within 30 miles of Nevada there are 16 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Des Moines (8), Ankeny (2), and Ames (1). Ken's Appliance & Services LLC is the nearest, roughly 7.8 miles from Nevada. 4 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.8, 21.3, 22.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 16 |
At the top of the Nevada list: Sears Appliance Repair (28.8 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.4 miles away, based in Marshalltown, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Appliance & Services LLC (7.8 miles away, based in Ames, 4.0 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.3 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.2 stars from 62 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Nevada, IA
Most dryer calls in Nevada 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Nevada
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Nevada, IA
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Do you cover Nevada and nearby towns?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Nevada
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Nevada technician which parts to bring.