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. The Chehalis listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Chehalis
40 repair companies serve Chehalis from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Chehalis, and other nearby bases include Tacoma (12), Longview (4), and Spanaway (4). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Chehalis. Of those, 11 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 28 businesses. Chehalis is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chehalis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 2.3, 19.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
At the top of the Chehalis list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RPS Appliance Repair (41.5 miles away, based in Graham, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews); Weirs Appliances (43.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 483 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.0 miles away, based in Lacey, 4.4 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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 Chehalis
Most dryer calls in Chehalis 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Chehalis
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Chehalis, WA
Who can work on a gas dryer?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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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.