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. The Valley City listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Valley City
Our data shows 8 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Valley City. The rest are spread across Fargo (5), Moorhead (2), and Jamestown (1). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. 1 of them mentions gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Ty's Appliance Repair, around 33.8 miles out. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Valley City 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.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 33.8, 54.3, 55.7 |
First up for Valley City: Rigels Appliance Store (58.4 miles away, based in Moorhead, 3.7 stars from 175 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ty's Appliance Repair (33.8 miles away, based in Jamestown, 5.0 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC (55.7 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews); Appliance Pros (56.4 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.8 stars from 127 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell 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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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.
Dryer Notes for Valley City, ND
Most dryer calls in Valley City 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.
Before You Book in Valley City
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Valley City, ND
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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.