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 Sheldon and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Sheldon
Our data shows 27 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sheldon. Other nearby bases include Sioux Falls (13), Sioux City (5), and Storm Lake (2). Distances run up to about 57 miles. 4 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Heartland Appliance And Repair is the nearest, roughly 13.8 miles from Sheldon. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 25 businesses. Sheldon is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 13.8, 20.0, 31.4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 27 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
The leading options for Sheldon are Midtek Appliance Repair (49.6 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 589 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Sioux Falls (51.7 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 668 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (56.8 miles away, based in Sioux City, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mahlander's Appliance and Lighting (51.3 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.5 stars from 148 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- 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?
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 Sheldon Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Sheldon 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Sheldon
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Sheldon technician which parts to bring.