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 Missoula, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Missoula
Our data shows 10 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Missoula. 6 list an address in Missoula, and other nearby bases include Hamilton (2), Corvallis (1), and Polson (1). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 6 businesses. Missoula is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.0, 1.8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
First up for Missoula: John's Appliance Service LLC (1.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 85 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, lists Saturday hours); Washing Machine Repair Missoula (1.0 miles away, lists Saturday hours); All Brands Appliance Service, Inc. (1.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,264 reviews).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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.
Dryer Notes for Missoula, MT
Most dryer calls in Missoula 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Missoula
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Missoula, MT
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Missoula technician which parts to bring.