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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Bothell West, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Bothell West
Within 30 miles of Bothell West there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Bothell (8), Lynnwood (7), and Mountlake Terrace (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Bothell West. 9 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bothell West. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.5, 1.7 |
At the top of the Bothell West list: Appliance Fixers (2.5 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (0.7 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 1 Man Appliance Service and Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Shoreline, 4.8 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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 Bothell West, WA
Most dryer calls in Bothell West 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
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
Before You Book in Bothell West
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Bothell West, WA
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Do you cover Bothell West and nearby towns?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Bothell West
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.