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 Espanola, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Espanola
Our data shows 5 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Espanola. Other nearby bases include Ranchos De Taos (2), Taos (1), and Bernalillo (1). Distances run up to about 55 miles. The closest is AC Appliance repair, about 34.7 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 4 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. Espanola is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Espanola. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 34.7, 34.9, 37.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 5 |
First up for Espanola: Sears Appliance Repair (37.4 miles away, based in Taos, 4.3 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AC Appliance repair (34.7 miles away, based in Ranchos De Taos, 4.6 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NuTech Services LLC.. (34.9 miles away, based in Ranchos De Taos); Al's Appliance Center (54.0 miles away, based in Bernalillo, 4.9 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
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If You Smell Gas
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
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?
- 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?
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 Espanola, NM
Most dryer calls in Espanola 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.
Natural gas piping and gas appliance work needs a Construction Industries Division MM-2 (natural gas fitting) or MM-98 (mechanical) license, with journeyman gas fitter certification for workers; the plumbing-only MM-1 class excludes gas appliances and gas piping, and LP gas systems fall under a separate LP gas classification. Source: CID License Classifications and Scopes (City of Albuquerque)
In New Mexico, you can check a license with the NM Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries: Verify a License or report a problem to the New Mexico Department of Justice (Attorney General), Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Espanola Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Espanola, NM
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What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Espanola
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.