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 Big Lake, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Big Lake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Big Lake. 1 list an address in Big Lake, and the rest are spread across St Cloud (6), Plymouth (4), and Ham Lake (3). Nearest on the list: J&K Restaurant Services, around 3.4 miles out. Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 51 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 8.4, 9.0 |
At the top of the Big Lake list: Appliance Hero (22.4 miles away, based in Champlin, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Appliance Service (15.2 miles away, based in Maple Lake, 5.0 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Anderson's Mechanical Services LLC (27.8 miles away, based in Blaine, 4.8 stars from 1,207 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks 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
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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Around Big Lake
Most dryer calls in Big Lake 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.
The state does not license gas fitters; contractors doing gas work must be bonded with the Department of Labor and Industry, and cities such as Minneapolis and St. Paul set their own gas fitter licensing. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Big Lake
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Big Lake, MN
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Big Lake
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Big Lake technician which parts to bring.