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 Evergreen listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Evergreen
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Evergreen. Other nearby bases include Kalispell (5) and Polson (1). Distances run up to about 37 miles. Nearest on the list: Montana Affordable Services, LLC., around 1.7 miles out. Of those, 2 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 5 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Evergreen 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 6 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.0, 2.7 |
First up for Evergreen: Montana Affordable Services, LLC. (1.7 miles away, based in Kalispell, 5.0 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.4 miles away, based in Polson, lists Saturday hours); Bud Blocks Service & Appliances inc. (3.7 miles away, based in Kalispell, 4.5 stars from 116 reviews); Cates Appliance Sales & Repair (2.0 miles away, based in Kalispell, 4.0 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer 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
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
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?
- 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 Evergreen, MT
Most dryer calls in Evergreen 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.
Montana's plumber licensing law does not cover fuel gas piping; gas piping and gas appliance installations are handled through mechanical permits and inspections by the state Building Codes Program or certified local governments, under the International Fuel Gas Code. Source: Montana DLI Building Codes: Mechanical Permits
In Montana, you can check a license with the Montana DLI Construction Contractor Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Montana Department of Justice, Office of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Evergreen
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Evergreen, MT
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Do you cover Evergreen and nearby towns?
Related Repair Pages for Evergreen
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Evergreen
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.