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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Cedar City, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Cedar City, UT
Our data shows 8 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Cedar City. 2 list an address in Cedar City, and the rest are spread across St. George (4), Hurricane (1), and Washington (1). The farthest listed company is about 49 miles out. 2 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. ALAN'S Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 2.0 miles from Cedar City. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 8 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Cedar City is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cedar City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 3.2, 36.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 8 |
First up for Cedar City: Mr. Appliance of St. George (47.9 miles away, based in St. George, 4.8 stars from 1,430 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.3 miles away, based in St. George, 4.1 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Royal Appliance (3.2 miles away, 4.3 stars from 29 reviews); ALAN'S Appliance Service (2.0 miles away, 4.4 stars from 48 reviews).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Cedar City, UT
Most dryer calls in Cedar City 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.
Gas appliance and combustion system work, starting at the outlet of the gas meter, falls under DOPL's construction trades licensing, and the qualifier for an HVAC contractor license must be a Certified Natural Gas Technician. Source: DOPL Contractor Classifications
Utah has no contractor classification for appliance repair, but under the Construction Trades Licensing Act anyone who installs, repairs or replaces a residential or commercial gas appliance must hold natural gas technician certification, even on jobs otherwise too small to need a contractor license. Source: Utah Legislature H.B. 49 (2004), Natural Gas Technician Certification, amending Utah Code 58-55-305 and 58-55-308
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Cedar City
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Cedar City, UT
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Which areas near Cedar City do these technicians cover?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Cedar City technician which parts to bring.