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 Waukesha and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Waukesha
40 repair companies serve Waukesha from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Milwaukee (16), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). The closest is Hobart Service, about 4.4 miles away. 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waukesha. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.4, 4.7, 6.9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
First up for Waukesha: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (9.4 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Lake Country Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (9.7 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Waukesha
Most dryer calls in Waukesha 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 Waukesha
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Waukesha, WI
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Waukesha technician which parts to bring.