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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Dickinson, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Dickinson
Within 87 miles of Dickinson there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Dickinson itself, and the rest are spread across Mandan (1) and Sidney (1). Distances run up to about 87 miles. The closest is Joe's Video & Appliance., about 0.7 miles away. The 5 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Dickinson is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.0, 1.8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 0 |
| Companies within 87 miles | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
At the top of the Dickinson list: Jones Heating and Refrigeration LLC (2.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 368 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DD's Fix-It Shop (1.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 8 reviews); Joe's Video & Appliance. (0.7 miles away, 4.5 stars from 8 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fleck's Furniture & Appliance (1.0 miles away, 3.5 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Dickinson
Most dryer calls in Dickinson 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.
Questions to Ask a Dickinson Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Dickinson, ND
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
What should I do if I smell gas near my 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.