A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Aberdeen and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Aberdeen
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 99 miles of Aberdeen. 2 list an address in Aberdeen, and other nearby bases include Watertown (3) and Estelline (1). The farthest listed company is about 98 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Aberdeen. 3 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 5 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars. Aberdeen is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Aberdeen. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 3 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.4, 76.7 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (99 mi) | 6 |
First up for Aberdeen: Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance (76.7 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.9 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Major Appliance & Refrigeration. (1.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 6 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (77.6 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.8 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer 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
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.
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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What Aberdeen Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Aberdeen 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.
The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues Appliance Contractor and Appliance Installer licenses as plumbing specialty licenses; official pages reviewed did not spell out which appliance work they cover or whether repair alone requires one. Source: South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing
In South Dakota, you can check a license with the South Dakota Plumbing Commission lists of licensees (specialty licensees, including appliance) or report a problem to the South Dakota Attorney General, Division of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Aberdeen Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Aberdeen, SD
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Aberdeen technician which parts to bring.