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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Solon and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Solon
40 repair companies serve Solon from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Solon, and other nearby bases include Cleveland (16), Cleveland Heights (2), and Parma (2). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc., about 3.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Solon. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 3.4, 4.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the Solon list: Margus Appliance Repair (12.7 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (17.7 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (12.6 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.7 miles away, based in Seven Hills, 4.6 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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 Solon
Most dryer calls in Solon 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.
Before You Book in Solon
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Solon, OH
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Solon
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.