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 Montevideo and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Montevideo
8 repair companies serve Montevideo from within 66 miles. 1 list an address in Montevideo, and the rest are spread across Hutchinson (2), Alexandria (2), and Willmar (1). 2 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Bob's Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 2.4 miles from Montevideo. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Montevideo is inside its regular service area.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 66 miles | 8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 34.7, 34.9 |
The leading options for Montevideo are Sears Appliance Repair (34.7 miles away, based in Willmar, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (65.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.6 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bob's Appliance Service (2.4 miles away, 4.1 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Russ's Appliance Repair (34.9 miles away, based in Marshall, 4.3 stars from 13 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
Local Notes for Montevideo
Most dryer calls in Montevideo 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
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Montevideo
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Montevideo, MN
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Montevideo technician which parts to bring.