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 Hills, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Cedar Hills
Within 30 miles of Cedar Hills there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Orem (9), American Fork (5), and Lehi (5). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. Nearest on the list: Paulesen Appliance Service., around 2.6 miles out. Of those, 2 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 24 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.6, 2.8, 2.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
The leading options for Cedar Hills are Appliance Service By Paul (17.7 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.8 stars from 2,590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Man (14.0 miles away, based in Sandy, 4.7 stars from 424 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusty Appliance Repair (14.2 miles away, based in Sandy, 4.9 stars from 313 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Salt Lake City (20.7 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.7 stars from 1,513 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell Gas
If you smell gas strongly or are unsure, leave the building and call the gas company or 911 once you are outside; do not use light switches, appliance controls, phones near the odor, or anything that could spark. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural 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
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:
- 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?
- 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?
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 Cedar Hills
Most dryer calls in Cedar Hills 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 Hills
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Cedar Hills, UT
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Which areas near Cedar Hills do these technicians cover?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Cedar Hills
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Cedar Hills technician which parts to bring.