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 Chisago City listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Chisago City
Within 30 miles of Chisago City there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Chisago City, and the rest are spread across Blaine (5), Forest Lake (3), and Ham Lake (3). 12 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Doug's TV & Appliance, about 2.0 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chisago City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 59 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 3.4, 4.5 |
First up for Chisago City: Appliance Hero (25.0 miles away, based in Champlin, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Anderson's Mechanical Services LLC (20.1 miles away, based in Blaine, 4.8 stars from 1,207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Doug's TV & Appliance (2.0 miles away, 5.0 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Minnesota Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in North Branch, 5.0 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
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
If you smell gas strongly or are unsure, leave the building and call the gas company or 911 once you are outside; do not use light switches, appliance controls, phones near the odor, or anything that could spark. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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 Chisago City
Most dryer calls in Chisago 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.
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.
Questions to Ask a Chisago City Technician
- 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?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Chisago City, MN
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.