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 Evansville, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Evansville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Evansville. Other nearby bases include Madison (16), Janesville (4), and Middleton (4). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Nearest on the list: Stoughton Appliance Repair, around 8.0 miles out. 9 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 40 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.0, 15.3, 15.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
At the top of the Evansville list: Stoughton Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in Stoughton, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Champion Appliance Care (20.8 miles away, based in Madison, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews); Ramsdell's Appliance Repair (15.3 miles away, based in Janesville, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ghost Appliance Repair (20.1 miles away, based in Madison, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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:
- 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
What Evansville Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Evansville 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.
Questions to Ask a Evansville Technician
- 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?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Evansville, 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 Evansville technician which parts to bring.