Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Madison Heights and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Madison Heights
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Madison Heights. 4 list an address in Madison Heights, and the rest are spread across Detroit (9), Warren (5), and Royal Oak (3). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. The closest is Cathy's Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. 13 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Madison Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 0.9, 1.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
The leading options for Madison Heights are Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (7.9 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Conner's Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Deals Depot (5.6 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.9 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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
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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Madison Heights
Most dryer calls in Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Madison Heights, MI
Is my dryer gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Do you cover Madison Heights and nearby towns?
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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.