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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from St. Clair Shores and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, St. Clair Shores
40 repair companies serve St. Clair Shores from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Clinton Township (6), Warren (5), and Detroit (4). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Of those, 16 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Raleigh Appliance Service Inc, around 0.1 miles out. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 2.0, 2.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 23 |
Closest matches for St. Clair Shores: Sargent Appliance (4.9 miles away, based in Clinton Township, 4.8 stars from 690 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sargent Appliance (9.6 miles away, based in Macomb, 4.8 stars from 1,520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (3.7 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.6 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 St. Clair Shores
Most dryer calls in St. Clair Shores 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 St. Clair Shores
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Clair Shores, MI
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Which areas near St. Clair Shores do these technicians cover?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a St. Clair Shores technician which parts to bring.