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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Mentor-on-the-Lake and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Mentor-on-the-Lake, OH
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mentor-on-the-Lake. The rest are spread across Cleveland (15), Mentor (3), and Eastlake (2). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: G&L APPLIANCE REPAIR, around 2.9 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.9, 3.5, 4.1 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 55 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
Closest matches for Mentor-on-the-Lake: G&L APPLIANCE REPAIR (2.9 miles away, based in Mentor, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); My Appliance Guy (6.8 miles away, based in Willowick, 4.9 stars from 340 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Mentor (17.9 miles away, based in Madison, 4.7 stars from 591 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Mentor, 4.6 stars from 212 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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.
Dryer Notes for Mentor-on-the-Lake, OH
Most dryer calls in Mentor-on-the-Lake 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.
Questions to Ask a Mentor-on-the-Lake Technician
- 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 is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Mentor-on-the-Lake, OH
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Which areas near Mentor-on-the-Lake do these technicians cover?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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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.