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 North Salt Lake, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving North Salt Lake, UT
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of North Salt Lake. 2 of them are based in North Salt Lake itself, and the rest are spread across Salt Lake City (21), South Salt Lake (6), and West Valley City (4). Distances run up to about 11 miles. The closest is Zenvique North Salt Lake Appliance Repair Service, about 0.6 miles away. Of those, 4 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 2.3 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
At the top of the North Salt Lake list: Appliance Service By Paul (13.9 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.8 stars from 2,590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Salt Lake City (10.5 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.7 stars from 1,513 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Service (8.7 miles away, based in West Valley City, 4.6 stars from 1,441 reviews); Appliance Man (17.8 miles away, based in Sandy, 4.7 stars from 424 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for North Salt Lake, UT
Most dryer calls in North Salt Lake 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
In Utah, you can check a license with the Utah Licensee Lookup and Verification (Verify a License) or report a problem to the Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a North Salt Lake Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: North Salt Lake, UT
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.