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. The South Haven listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving South Haven, MI
Within 60 miles of South Haven there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Holland (5), Grand Rapids (4), and South Bend (4). The farthest listed company is about 49 miles out. Nearest on the list: Extra Wrench Home and Industrial Services, around 9.7 miles out. Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 39 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether South Haven is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Haven. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.7, 23.7, 24.2 |
At the top of the South Haven list: UDG Services LLC (24.2 miles away, based in Holland, 4.9 stars from 242 reviews); The Appliance Patch - Plainwell Store (30.7 miles away, based in Plainwell, 4.8 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.9 miles away, based in Dowagiac, 4.4 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nawara Brothers Home Store (48.6 miles away, based in Grand Rapids, 4.9 stars from 611 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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- 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?
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 South Haven
Most dryer calls in South Haven 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 South Haven
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: South Haven, MI
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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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.