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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Richland and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Richland, WA
Our data shows 20 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Richland. 2 list an address in Richland, and the rest are spread across Pasco (4), Kennewick (3), and Walla Walla (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Smart Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Richland is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 3.5, 6.2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
The leading options for Richland are Master's Appliance & Refrigeration, LLC (10.4 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.2 stars from 77 reviews); Fred's Appliance (6.2 miles away, based in Kennewick, 4.1 stars from 731 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (49.0 miles away, based in Toppenish, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VSG Appliances (9.1 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.9 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
If you smell gas strongly or are unsure, leave the building and call the gas company or 911 once you are outside; do not use light switches, appliance controls, phones near the odor, or anything that could spark. 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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- 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?
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 Richland
Most dryer calls in Richland 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Richland
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Richland, 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 Richland technician which parts to bring.