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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Ishpeming and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Ishpeming
6 repair companies serve Ishpeming from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Dollar Bay (2), Marquette (1), and Skandia (1). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 12.1 miles out. 3 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 5 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars. Ishpeming is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.1, 20.2, 51.2 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 6 |
Closest matches for Ishpeming: Sears Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Marquette, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (57.8 miles away, based in Escanaba, 4.7 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.2 miles away, based in Kingsford, 4.3 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); J&H Enterprises of Marquette llc (20.2 miles away, based in Skandia, 1.0 stars from 3 reviews).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Ishpeming
Most dryer calls in Ishpeming 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
Questions to Ask a Ishpeming Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Ishpeming, MI
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Ishpeming
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Ishpeming technician which parts to bring.