A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Traverse City and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Traverse City
Our data shows 16 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Traverse City. 3 of them are based in Traverse City itself, and the rest are spread across Grayling (2), Houghton Lake (2), and Mayfield (1). The farthest listed company is about 56 miles out. Max's Service is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Traverse City. 4 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Traverse City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.4, 1.8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
Closest matches for Traverse City: MI Appliance Repair (44.1 miles away, based in Grayling, 4.9 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Adaptive Appliances (1.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Max's Service (1.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.6 miles away, based in Grayling, 4.7 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell 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
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Traverse City, MI
Most dryer calls in Traverse City 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 Traverse City
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Traverse City, MI
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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.