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 Milan, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Milan, MI
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Milan. The rest are spread across Livonia (8), Ann Arbor (5), and Monroe (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC is the nearest, roughly 10.3 miles from Milan. 7 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Milan. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.3, 11.3, 13.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 58 |
First up for Milan: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (26.3 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Dearborn Heights (26.3 miles away, based in Dearborn Heights, 4.5 stars from 233 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Ann Arbor, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Monroe, 4.6 stars from 441 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for Milan
Most dryer calls in Milan 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 Milan Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Milan, MI
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Other Dryer Repair in Milan
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Milan
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.