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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from East Grand Rapids and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving East Grand Rapids, MI
Within 30 miles of East Grand Rapids there are 37 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Grand Rapids (9), Holland (4), and Grandville (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. The closest is Appliance Repair, about 2.0 miles away. 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Grand Rapids. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 37 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.0, 2.4 |
First up for East Grand Rapids: Nawara Brothers Home Store (4.4 miles away, based in Grand Rapids, 4.9 stars from 611 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Grand Rapids, 4.6 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bekins (18.3 miles away, based in Coopersville, 4.8 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Big Lake Appliance Service (18.7 miles away, based in Conklin, 4.8 stars from 237 reviews).
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 Dryer 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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
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.
Around East Grand Rapids
Most dryer calls in East Grand 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.
Questions to Ask a East Grand Rapids Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: East Grand Rapids, MI
Do you cover East Grand Rapids and nearby towns?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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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.