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 Mentor listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Mentor
40 repair companies serve Mentor from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Mentor, and other nearby bases include Cleveland (14), Painesville (2), and Eastlake (2). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. 6 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. G&L APPLIANCE REPAIR is the nearest, roughly 2.3 miles from Mentor. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mentor. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.3, 2.9, 2.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 58 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
The leading options for Mentor are G&L APPLIANCE REPAIR (2.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); My Appliance Guy (6.9 miles away, based in Willowick, 4.9 stars from 340 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Mentor (17.4 miles away, based in Madison, 4.7 stars from 591 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 212 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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
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:
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for Mentor
Most dryer calls in Mentor 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
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
Questions to Ask a Mentor Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Mentor, OH
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Do you cover Mentor and nearby towns?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Other Dryer Repair in Mentor
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Mentor
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.