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. The Ann Arbor listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Ann Arbor
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ann Arbor. 5 list an address in Ann Arbor, and the rest are spread across Livonia (11), Brighton (3), and Romulus (3). Distances run up to about 25 miles. 12 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Anytime Ann Arbor Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 2.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the Ann Arbor list: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (19.8 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Michigan Appliance Repair (24.9 miles away, based in Hartland, 4.8 stars from 863 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (18.2 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Dryer Notes for Ann Arbor, MI
Most dryer calls in Ann Arbor 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
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Ann Arbor
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Ann Arbor, MI
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Ann Arbor technician which parts to bring.