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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Spokane Valley, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Spokane Valley
We found 38 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Spokane Valley. 8 of them are based in Spokane Valley itself, and other nearby bases include Spokane (18), Coeur d'Alene (3), and Post Falls (2). Distances run up to about 23 miles. AirNest Service/Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Spokane Valley. 16 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 38 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.2, 1.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
Closest matches for Spokane Valley: Allway Service Appliance repair & Refrigeration repair (3.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire HVAC, Refrigerator & Appliance Repair Spokane (8.8 miles away, based in Spokane, 4.9 stars from 774 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AirNest Service/Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 65 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
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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.
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?
- 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.
What Spokane Valley Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Spokane Valley 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
Before You Book in Spokane Valley
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Spokane Valley, WA
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Which areas near Spokane Valley do these technicians cover?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Spokane Valley technician which parts to bring.