A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Devils Lake, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Devils Lake
Our data shows 6 appliance repair companies inside a 86-mile radius of Devils Lake. 2 of them are based in Devils Lake itself, and the rest are spread across Grand Forks (3) and Jamestown (1). 2 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Karl's TV & Appliance Devils Lake is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Devils Lake. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 5 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Devils Lake is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Devils Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 86 miles | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 83.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
First up for Devils Lake: Karl's TV & Appliance Devils Lake (0.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brad's Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (85.7 miles away, based in Grand Forks, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (84.8 miles away, based in Grand Forks, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell Gas
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
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Devils Lake
Most dryer calls in Devils Lake 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.
North Dakota's state plumbing license law covers water and drainage piping, not gas; fuel gas and mechanical licenses are issued by individual cities, with Fargo stating that a mechanical, fuel gas or dual license is needed in each jurisdiction where one works. Source: City of Fargo: Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Exams
In North Dakota, you can check a license with the North Dakota Secretary of State FirstStop contractor search or report a problem to the North Dakota Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Devils Lake
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Devils Lake, ND
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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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.