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. The Sparta listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Sparta, WI
20 repair companies serve Sparta from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across La Crosse (4), Richland Center (2), and Wisconsin Rapids (2). The closest is Karl's TV, Appliance & Service La Crosse, about 19.6 miles away. Of those, 8 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Sparta is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sparta. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 19.6, 22.4, 22.5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
The leading options for Sparta are Sears Appliance Repair (25.5 miles away, based in Viroqua, 4.3 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.2 miles away, based in Mauston, 4.4 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Appliance Service (27.8 miles away, based in Stoddard, 3.9 stars from 15 reviews); Appliance Repair of La Crescent (26.6 miles away, based in La Crescent, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
If You Smell Gas
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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.
Around Sparta
Most dryer calls in Sparta 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.
Before You Book in Sparta
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Sparta, WI
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Which areas near Sparta do these technicians cover?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Sparta
Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.