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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair in Farmington, MI

Gas and electric dryers heat in different ways and fail in different ways. Here are the technicians serving Farmington who work on both.

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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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Farmington, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.

Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Farmington, MI

Within 30 miles of Farmington there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Livonia (11), Detroit (11), and Southfield (3). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.0 miles from Farmington. 12 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 39 businesses.

Washer & Dryer Repair
Mr. Appliance of Oakland County
33150 Schoolcraft, Livonia, MI 48150
5.4 mi from Farmington
★★★★★ 4.8 (1,216 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Appliance Repair
Deals Depot
12933 Eight Mile W, Detroit, MI 48235
10.5 mi from Farmington
★★★★★ 4.9 (52 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
27600 Novi Rd, Novi, MI 48377
5.2 mi from Farmington
★★★★½ 4.6 (389 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Mr. Appliance of Dearborn Heights
2245 N Beech Daly Rd, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
10.3 mi from Farmington
★★★★½ 4.5 (233 reviews)
DryersWashers
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
29500 W Seven Mile Rd, Livonia, MI 48152
3.0 mi from Farmington
★★★★½ 4.6 (258 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Budget Appliances and mattresses
12070 Greenfield Rd, Detroit, MI 48227
11.0 mi from Farmington
★★★★½ 4.6 (625 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Ground Up Appliance Repairs and Installations
418 N Main St Suite 200, Royal Oak, MI 48067
12.1 mi from Farmington
★★★★½ 4.5 (96 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
12001 Sears Dr, Livonia, MI 48150
6.3 mi from Farmington
★★★★½ 4.6 (149 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
35000 Warren Rd, Westland, MI 48185
8.4 mi from Farmington
★★★★ 4.2 (451 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Appliance Repair
Motor City Appliance Repair
24293 Telegraph Rd #160, Southfield, MI 48033
5.0 mi from Farmington
★★★★ 4.0 (61 reviews)
Dryers

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.

By the numbers: technicians near Farmington
Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews)21
Listing Saturday hours39
Repair companies inside 30 miles60
Three nearest companies, miles away3.0, 4.9, 5.0
Mention gas appliance work0
List dryer or washer & dryer work16

Closest matches for Farmington: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (5.4 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Deals Depot (10.5 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.9 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Novi, 4.6 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Dearborn Heights (10.3 miles away, based in Dearborn Heights, 4.5 stars from 233 reviews).

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Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats

How an electric dryer heatsAn electric dryer runs current through a coiled heating element, protected by a thermal fuse and cycling and high-limit thermostats. It needs both legs of a 240-volt circuit to heat.
Propane conversionsGas dryers are set up for natural gas or propane, and switching requires the manufacturer's conversion parts. That work should be done by someone qualified for gas work.

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

Igniter, valve coils and flame sensorGas dryers light the burner with a glowing igniter, open the gas valve with a set of coils and confirm the flame with a sensor. When the igniter glows but the burner never lights, the valve coils are a frequent culprit.
Door switch and start circuitA dryer that does nothing when Start is pressed may have a failed door switch, start switch, fuse or control board. Checking power at the outlet comes first, since an electric dryer needs both legs of a 240-volt circuit to heat.

Electric Dryer Parts That Fail

Thermal fuse and thermostatsA thermal fuse is a one-time safety device that opens when the dryer overheats. A blown fuse usually points to a blocked vent, so a good technician replaces the fuse and finds out why it blew.
Airflow and the ventA long dry time is most often an airflow problem. A technician checks the lint screen housing, the duct behind the dryer and the exhaust hood outside before replacing any heating parts, because a restricted vent can make a healthy dryer look broken.

Gas Safety Around the Dryer

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

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.

Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges

Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer repairs:

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 Farmington, MI

Most dryer calls in Farmington 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

Questions to Ask a Farmington Technician

  • Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
  • If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
  • How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?

Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Farmington, MI

Is the helpline a manufacturer?
No. We are an independent directory and are not affiliated with any appliance manufacturer. Our helpline connects you with a participating independent technician. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact the brand first.
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
The common heat-source parts on both are modestly priced, and labor is similar. Gas dryers add ignition parts that electric models do not have. Our cost guide lists published ranges for both.
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Many appliance repair companies service gas dryers, including igniters, valve coils and burners. Work on the gas supply line itself may require a licensed gas or plumbing contractor depending on your state.

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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Farmington

Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Farmington technician which parts to bring.

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