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 Fremont, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Fremont
Within 30 miles of Fremont there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Fremont, and the rest are spread across Sandusky (2), Toledo (2), and Gibsonburg (1). Of those, 5 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Mr. Appliance of Fremont and Sandusky, OH is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Fremont. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fremont. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.7, 10.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
At the top of the Fremont list: Mr. Appliance of Fremont and Sandusky, OH (0.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 347 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.2 miles away, based in Fostoria, 4.6 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); J&C Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in Bellevue, 4.6 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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
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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Around Fremont
Most dryer calls in Fremont 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.
At the state level, the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial plumbing, hydronics and HVAC contractors; for residential work the state board may lack authority, and local building departments handle code compliance and any local contractor licensing. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Fremont
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Fremont, OH
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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 Fremont technician which parts to bring.