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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Covington and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Covington
Within 30 miles of Covington there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Covington, and the rest are spread across Kent (13), Auburn (12), and Renton (9). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Covington. 4 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 33 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.0, 3.2 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Covington are Expert Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.4 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Up-liance Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Issaquah, 5.0 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (13.8 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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.
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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Covington
Most dryer calls in Covington 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 Covington
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Covington, WA
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Covington technician which parts to bring.