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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair in Arlington, WA

Gas and electric dryers heat in different ways and fail in different ways. Here are the technicians serving Arlington who work on both.

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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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Arlington, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.

Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Arlington

Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Arlington. 2 list an address in Arlington, and other nearby bases include Everett (15), Lynnwood (7), and Lake Stevens (4). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Of those, 11 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. A-Service: Heating, Cooling & Appliance Repair Arlington is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Arlington. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.

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Smartfix Appliance
8607 20th St SE UNIT B, Lake Stevens, WA 98258
13.3 mi from Arlington
★★★★★ 5.0 (102 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
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Appliance Mechanics
7304 10th St SE A-101, Lake Stevens, WA 98258
12.6 mi from Arlington
★★★★★ 4.9 (445 reviews)
DryersWashers
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Appliance Fixers
18114 19th Dr SE, Bothell, WA 98012
23.4 mi from Arlington
★★★★★ 4.9 (270 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
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Sears Appliance Repair
18600 Alderwood Mall Pkwy, Lynnwood, WA 98037
24.2 mi from Arlington
★★★★½ 4.7 (413 reviews)
DryersWashers
Appliance Repair
DeWaard & Bode
1611 S Burlington Blvd, Burlington, WA 98233
21.6 mi from Arlington
★★★★½ 4.6 (169 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
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Ace Appliance Service
13022 Ash Way Unit B, Everett, WA 98204
20.7 mi from Arlington
★★★★★ 5.0 (322 reviews)
DryersWashers
Washer & Dryer Repair
HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell
1232 220th Pl SW, Bothell, WA 98021
26.2 mi from Arlington
★★★★★ 4.9 (1,493 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
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Fast Appliances Repair
5700 154th Pl SW, Edmonds, WA 98026
22.8 mi from Arlington
★★★★★ 4.9 (116 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
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HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Everett
5133 134th St SE, Everett, WA 98208
20.3 mi from Arlington
★★★★★ 4.9 (54 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
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Orca Appliance Services
16611 48th Ave W Unit A2, Edmonds, WA 98026
23.3 mi from Arlington
★★★★★ 4.8 (146 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours

Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Arlington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.

By the numbers: technicians near Arlington
With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews31
Mention gas appliance work0
Companies within 30 miles60
Distance to the three closest (mi)1.5, 2.1, 3.8
Open on Saturdays (per listing)44
Show laundry appliance work14

Closest matches for Arlington: Smartfix Appliance (13.3 miles away, based in Lake Stevens, 5.0 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanics (12.6 miles away, based in Lake Stevens, 4.9 stars from 445 reviews); Appliance Fixers (23.4 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews).

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How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ

How a gas dryer heatsA gas dryer lights a burner with a hot-surface igniter, opens the gas valve through a set of coils and uses a flame sensor to confirm ignition. When the sequence fails, the drum keeps turning but the air stays cool.
What they shareBoth types use the same drum, belt, rollers, motor and blower, and both depend on a clear vent. Many no-heat calls on either type start and end with the vent.

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

Moisture sensor and controlsSensor-dry cycles stop when two metal strips inside the drum read dry clothes. Fabric-softener film on those strips can end cycles early or let them run long, and a technician checks them before blaming the control board.
Airflow and the ventA long dry time is most often an airflow problem. A technician checks the lint screen housing, the duct behind the dryer and the exhaust hood outside before replacing any heating parts, because a restricted vent can make a healthy dryer look broken.

Electric Dryer Parts That Fail

Heating elementElectric dryers heat with a coiled element. If the drum turns but the air stays cool, the element is checked for continuity along with the thermostats and fuses that feed it.
Thermal fuse and thermostatsA thermal fuse is a one-time safety device that opens when the dryer overheats. A blown fuse usually points to a blocked vent, so a good technician replaces the fuse and finds out why it blew.

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.

What Heat-Source Repairs Cost

Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common repairs:

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.

Around Arlington

Most dryer calls in Arlington 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.

Washington's state plumber certification law defines plumbing as potable water, waste, medical gas and similar systems and does not list fuel gas piping, so gas line work is not part of the state plumber certificate. Source: Chapter 18.106 RCW, Plumbers

In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.

Questions to Ask a Arlington Technician

  • Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
  • Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
  • What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?

Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Arlington, WA

How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
A gas dryer has a gas pipe and shutoff valve behind it and plugs into a regular household outlet. An electric dryer plugs into a large 240-volt outlet and has no gas line. The rating label inside the door also says which it is.
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
The common heat-source parts on both are modestly priced, and labor is similar. Gas dryers add ignition parts that electric models do not have. Our cost guide lists published ranges for both.
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Many appliance repair companies service gas dryers, including igniters, valve coils and burners. Work on the gas supply line itself may require a licensed gas or plumbing contractor depending on your state.

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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.

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