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 Muskego, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Muskego
Within 30 miles of Muskego there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Muskego, and the rest are spread across Milwaukee (18), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee, around 1.1 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 7.7, 7.7 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
First up for Muskego: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (1.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (11.5 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Lake Country Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Around Muskego
Most dryer calls in Muskego 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Muskego
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Muskego, 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 Muskego technician which parts to bring.