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 Albany, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Albany
Within 30 miles of Albany there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Albany, and other nearby bases include Salem (7), Corvallis (2), and Independence (1). 2 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Xigent Appliance Repair, Inc., about 1.1 miles away. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Albany. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.1, 8.2 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 13 |
The leading options for Albany are Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Corvallis, 4.5 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.4 miles away, based in Salem, 4.3 stars from 140 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Xigent Appliance Repair, Inc. (1.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,237 reviews); Mike's Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 69 reviews).
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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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:
- 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.
What Albany Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Albany 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.
Businesses that install, alter or repair LP gas appliances, piping or vent connections need an LP gas installation license, and the individuals doing the work need a fitter license, both from the Oregon State Fire Marshal; natural gas licensing was not confirmed. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Albany Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Albany, OR
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Albany technician which parts to bring.