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 Idaho Falls, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Idaho Falls
Within 60 miles of Idaho Falls there are 16 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Idaho Falls, and the rest are spread across Blackfoot (3), Rexburg (3), and Pocatello (3). Distances run up to about 56 miles. The closest is A-Z Appliance Repair, LLC, about 1.0 miles away. 4 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Idaho Falls is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Idaho Falls. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 2.3, 2.5 |
At the top of the Idaho Falls list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sarah's Appliance Repair LLC (2.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Making Mends Appliance Repair & Rentals (28.6 miles away, based in Rexburg, 4.9 stars from 59 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (47.1 miles away, based in Pocatello, 4.7 stars from 38 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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Idaho Falls, ID
Most dryer calls in Idaho Falls 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.
Idaho treats gas piping, gas appliances and their venting as HVAC work licensed by the state through DOPL, with specialty HVAC licenses available for gas piping or gas appliances alone and a limited heating specialty for propane-fired appliances. Source: Idaho Code Section 54-5003, Definitions (HVAC)
In Idaho, you can check a license with the Idaho DOPL Search for a License or Registration or report a problem to the Idaho Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Idaho Falls Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Idaho Falls, ID
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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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.