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 Grosse Pointe Farms and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
40 repair companies serve Grosse Pointe Farms from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Grosse Pointe Farms itself, and other nearby bases include Detroit (7), Clinton Township (6), and Warren (5). 16 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: B & Z Service Company, LLC, around 0.8 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 2.8, 3.9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 23 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
At the top of the Grosse Pointe Farms list: Sargent Appliance (10.8 miles away, based in Clinton Township, 4.8 stars from 690 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (8.7 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 (6.6 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.6 stars from 1,415 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
What Grosse Pointe Farms Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Grosse Pointe Farms 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.
Before You Book in Grosse Pointe Farms
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Who can work on a gas dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is 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.