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 Carver, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Carver
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Carver. 1 of them are based in Carver itself, and other nearby bases include Eden Prairie (5), Hopkins (5), and Burnsville (5). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. Nearest on the list: Appliance Help Services Carver, around 0.3 miles out. Of those, 10 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 25 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Carver. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 7.1, 8.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
The leading options for Carver are Warners' Stellian Appliance (8.3 miles away, based in Shakopee, 4.7 stars from 1,015 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tony's Appliance (15.9 miles away, based in Burnsville, 4.9 stars from 1,214 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (20.2 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.7 stars from 1,914 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Pro (14.4 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Dryer Notes for Carver, MN
Most dryer calls in Carver 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.
Before You Book in Carver
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Carver, MN
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Carver
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Carver technician which parts to bring.