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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Hartford, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Hartford
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hartford. 2 list an address in Hartford, and the rest are spread across Wauwatosa (5), Milwaukee (3), and Brookfield (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. 11 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Milwaukee Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Hartford. Rated companies nearby average 3.7 stars across 36 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 4.9, 5.0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 50 |
Closest matches for Hartford: Lake Country Appliance Repair (18.1 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews); Milwaukee Appliance (13.6 miles away, based in Germantown, 4.1 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (24.9 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 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
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
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Local Notes for Hartford
Most dryer calls in Hartford 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 Hartford Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Hartford, WI
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Which areas near Hartford do these technicians cover?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Hartford
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Hartford technician which parts to bring.