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 Lake Shore and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Lake Shore
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Shore. The rest are spread across Vancouver (32), Portland (3), and Ridgefield (3). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Evans Appliance Repair Solutions is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Lake Shore. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 27 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
At the top of the Lake Shore list: 5 Star In Home Services (10.1 miles away, based in Vancouver, 5.0 stars from 1,466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pacific Appliance Solutions (12.1 miles away, based in Camas, 4.9 stars from 574 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EasyFix - Appliance Repair Service (8.7 miles away, based in Ridgefield, 4.8 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service Lab (11.4 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 261 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer 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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Lake Shore, WA
Most dryer calls in Lake Shore 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 Lake Shore Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
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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.