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 Sunnyside and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Sunnyside, WA
24 repair companies serve Sunnyside from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Sunnyside itself, and other nearby bases include Yakima (7), Pasco (4), and Kennewick (3). Mahoney and Sons is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Sunnyside. Of those, 4 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 24 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Sunnyside is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sunnyside. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 15.1, 18.1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 24 |
First up for Sunnyside: Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Toppenish, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master's Appliance & Refrigeration, LLC (44.1 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.2 stars from 77 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.3 miles away, based in Union Gap, 4.0 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fred's Appliance (38.2 miles away, based in Kennewick, 4.1 stars from 731 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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.
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Sunnyside
Most dryer calls in Sunnyside 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 Sunnyside Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Sunnyside, WA
Which areas near Sunnyside do these technicians cover?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Sunnyside technician which parts to bring.