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 Maplewood, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Maplewood
40 repair companies serve Maplewood from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Tacoma (10), Bremerton (8), and Federal Way (6). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. 7 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Renvoriq Appliance Repair Tacoma, around 9.0 miles out. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Maplewood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.0, 9.2, 9.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Maplewood are Expert Appliance Repair (16.7 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (10.5 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (15.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.6 miles away, based in Tukwila, 4.3 stars from 471 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Around Maplewood
Most dryer calls in Maplewood 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Maplewood
- 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 guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Maplewood, WA
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Do you cover Maplewood and nearby towns?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Maplewood
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Maplewood technician which parts to bring.