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 Big Rapids and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Big Rapids
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Big Rapids. The rest are spread across Grand Rapids (8), Muskegon (7), and Hesperia (2). Distances run up to about 55 miles. 12 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Lj's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 17.9 miles from Big Rapids. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Big Rapids is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 51 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 17.9, 25.5, 26.6 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
The leading options for Big Rapids are UDG Services LLC (51.7 miles away, based in Muskegon, 4.9 stars from 253 reviews); Nawara Brothers Home Store (51.9 miles away, based in Grand Rapids, 4.9 stars from 611 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bekins (50.2 miles away, based in Coopersville, 4.8 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Big Lake Appliance Service (44.4 miles away, based in Conklin, 4.8 stars from 237 reviews).
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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.
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?
- 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 Big Rapids Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Big Rapids 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.
Before You Book in Big Rapids
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Big Rapids, MI
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Which areas near Big Rapids do these technicians cover?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Big Rapids
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.