A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. The Fair Plain listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Fair Plain
Our data shows 15 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fair Plain. Other nearby bases include South Bend (8), Benton Harbor (2), and Dowagiac (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 2 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Keeter's Appliance Repair & Parts, around 1.1 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 15 businesses.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.1, 18.1 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 15 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
The leading options for Fair Plain are Sears Appliance Repair (18.1 miles away, based in Dowagiac, 4.4 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Pros LLC (26.0 miles away, based in South Bend, 4.5 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Diamond Factory Service (1.1 miles away, based in Benton Harbor, 4.1 stars from 596 reviews); Keeter's Appliance Repair & Parts (1.1 miles away, based in Benton Harbor, 4.0 stars from 39 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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat 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:
- 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
What Fair Plain Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Fair Plain 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Fair Plain
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Fair Plain, MI
Is my dryer gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Do you cover Fair Plain and nearby towns?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Other Dryer Repair in Fair Plain
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Fair Plain
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.