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 Woods and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Grosse Pointe Woods. Other nearby bases include Detroit (6), Clinton Township (6), and Warren (5). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. Nearest on the list: B & Z Service Company, LLC, around 1.9 miles out. 16 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.1, 3.4 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 22 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
At the top of the Grosse Pointe Woods list: Sargent Appliance (8.7 miles away, based in Clinton Township, 4.8 stars from 690 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sargent Appliance (13.4 miles away, based in Macomb, 4.8 stars from 1,520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
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
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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Around Grosse Pointe Woods
Most dryer calls in Grosse Pointe Woods 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Grosse Pointe Woods
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
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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.