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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Holland, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Holland
32 repair companies serve Holland from within 30 miles. 5 list an address in Holland, and the rest are spread across Grand Rapids (9), Grandville (3), and Muskegon (3). Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. R & K Appliance Service LLC is the nearest, roughly 2.6 miles from Holland. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Holland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.6, 2.6, 2.6 |
Closest matches for Holland: UDG Services LLC (4.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 242 reviews); Bekins (21.3 miles away, based in Coopersville, 4.8 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nawara Brothers Home Store (24.6 miles away, based in Grand Rapids, 4.9 stars from 611 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Big Lake Appliance Service (27.1 miles away, based in Conklin, 4.8 stars from 237 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
Local Notes for Holland
Most dryer calls in Holland 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 Holland Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Holland, MI
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Holland do these technicians cover?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Holland technician which parts to bring.