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. The Wickliffe listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Wickliffe
Within 30 miles of Wickliffe there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Cleveland (16), Mentor (3), and Eastlake (2). The closest is MYRIAD Professional Services, about 1.9 miles away. Of those, 6 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wickliffe. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.5, 2.8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the Wickliffe list: My Appliance Guy (2.5 miles away, based in Willowick, 4.9 stars from 340 reviews); Margus Appliance Repair (18.9 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (16.4 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&L APPLIANCE REPAIR (11.1 miles away, based in Mentor, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
Around Wickliffe
Most dryer calls in Wickliffe 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Wickliffe
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Wickliffe, OH
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Other Dryer Repair in Wickliffe
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
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.