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 West Haven-Sylvan, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, West Haven-Sylvan
Within 30 miles of West Haven-Sylvan there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Portland (25), Beaverton (10), and Tigard (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. The closest is Hydra Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from West Haven-Sylvan. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.6, 2.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
Closest matches for West Haven-Sylvan: Appliance Repair Service Lab (6.3 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 261 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home-Serv Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Portland (6.2 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Portland (4.9 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
Gas Dryer 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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 West Haven-Sylvan
Most dryer calls in West Haven-Sylvan 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in West Haven-Sylvan
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: West Haven-Sylvan, OR
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Which areas near West Haven-Sylvan do these technicians cover?
Related Repair Pages for West Haven-Sylvan
More Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Pages Nearby
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a West Haven-Sylvan technician which parts to bring.