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. The Elkhorn listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Elkhorn
Within 30 miles of Elkhorn there are 33 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Elkhorn itself, and the rest are spread across Janesville (4), Beloit (3), and McHenry (3). 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Lyle's TV & Appliance, around 0.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 28 businesses.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 33 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 7.9, 8.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
Closest matches for Elkhorn: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (25.0 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Petersen's Reconditioned Washers & Dryers, Inc. (14.5 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ramsdell's Appliance Repair (24.6 miles away, based in Janesville, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CJ Appliances (18.6 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.9 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell Gas
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
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Dryer Notes for Elkhorn, WI
Most dryer calls in Elkhorn 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Elkhorn
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Elkhorn, WI
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Elkhorn technician which parts to bring.