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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Greenfield and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Greenfield
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Greenfield. 1 list an address in Greenfield, and the rest are spread across Milwaukee (19), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 19 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 34 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 3.3, 3.3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
Closest matches for Greenfield: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (8.7 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (6.4 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Cudahy, 4.5 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, based in Greendale, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
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 Greenfield
Most dryer calls in Greenfield 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 Greenfield
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Greenfield, 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 Greenfield technician which parts to bring.