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 Royal Oak and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Royal Oak
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Royal Oak. 3 of them are based in Royal Oak itself, and the rest are spread across Detroit (12), Warren (5), and Madison Heights (4). Distances run up to about 11 miles. The closest is A Dependable Maytag Home Appliance, about 1.0 miles away. Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Royal Oak. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 22 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.2, 1.6 |
The leading options for Royal Oak are Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (10.4 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Deals Depot (4.5 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.9 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Conner's Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Madison Heights, 4.7 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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.
Around Royal Oak
Most dryer calls in Royal Oak 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Royal Oak
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Royal Oak, MI
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Which areas near Royal Oak do these technicians cover?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Royal Oak technician which parts to bring.