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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Millcreek and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Millcreek, UT
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Millcreek. 1 list an address in Millcreek, and the rest are spread across Salt Lake City (19), South Salt Lake (6), and Midvale (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Professional Home Appliance Repair Solutions is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Millcreek. 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.6, 1.8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
At the top of the Millcreek list: Appliance Service By Paul (5.0 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.8 stars from 2,590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Salt Lake City (3.4 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.7 stars from 1,513 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Man (7.8 miles away, based in Sandy, 4.7 stars from 424 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PowerClean Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.9 stars from 949 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
If You Smell Gas
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.
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Dryer Notes for Millcreek, UT
Most dryer calls in Millcreek 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
Questions to Ask a Millcreek Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Millcreek, UT
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Millcreek
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Millcreek technician which parts to bring.