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 Grosse Pointe, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Grosse Pointe, MI
40 repair companies serve Grosse Pointe from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Detroit (9), Warren (5), and Clinton Township (5). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. 16 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is B & Z Service Company, LLC, about 1.4 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Grosse Pointe. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.7, 2.7 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 23 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
The leading options for Grosse Pointe are Sargent Appliance (11.8 miles away, based in Clinton Township, 4.8 stars from 690 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (9.6 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A & E Appliance Repair, Parts & Service (7.5 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.6 stars from 1,415 reviews).
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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.
Around Grosse Pointe
Most dryer calls in Grosse Pointe 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 Grosse Pointe Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Grosse Pointe, MI
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Grosse Pointe
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.