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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Summit View, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Summit View
Within 30 miles of Summit View there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Tacoma (14), Federal Way (5), and Puyallup (4). Distances run up to about 12 miles. 12 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Excellent Appliance Repairs is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Summit View. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Summit View. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.7, 2.8 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
The leading options for Summit View are Weirs Appliances (3.0 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 483 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RPS Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Graham, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (11.0 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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 Summit View, WA
Most dryer calls in Summit View 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.
Before You Book in Summit View
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Summit View, WA
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Do you cover Summit View and nearby towns?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Summit View
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.