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 Flint and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Flint
25 repair companies serve Flint from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Flint itself, and the rest are spread across Lapeer (3), Waterford Township (3), and Burton (2). 10 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Kearsley Appliance Repair, around 1.7 miles out. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.2 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.8, 3.3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 25 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
Closest matches for Flint: Michigan Appliance Repair (26.9 miles away, based in Hartland, 4.8 stars from 863 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Waterford (28.0 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.7 stars from 348 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Fenton, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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 Flint, MI
Most dryer calls in Flint 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Flint
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Flint, MI
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Flint
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.