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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Allendale, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Allendale, MI
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Allendale. Other nearby bases include Grand Rapids (9), Muskegon (7), and Holland (5). Bekins is the nearest, roughly 4.8 miles from Allendale. Of those, 11 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Allendale. 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 | 22 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 41 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.8, 6.6, 6.6 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
The leading options for Allendale are Bekins (4.8 miles away, based in Coopersville, 4.8 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UDG Services LLC (25.4 miles away, based in Muskegon, 4.9 stars from 253 reviews); Nawara Brothers Home Store (13.1 miles away, based in Grand Rapids, 4.9 stars from 611 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UDG Services LLC (20.2 miles away, based in Holland, 4.9 stars from 242 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Allendale, MI
Most dryer calls in Allendale 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.
Gas piping work is licensed by the state through mechanical contractor specialty classifications, including fuel gas piping, fuel gas piping and venting, and LP distribution piping. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Allendale
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Allendale, MI
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Allendale technician which parts to bring.