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. The Waupaca listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Waupaca
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Waupaca. The rest are spread across Appleton (7), Green Bay (6), and Oshkosh (4). Distances run up to about 52 miles. The closest is HomePro Appliance Service, about 11.2 miles away. 13 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Waupaca is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 11.2, 25.3, 27.9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 52 |
The leading options for Waupaca are Mr. Appliance of Oshkosh (33.8 miles away, based in Oshkosh, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M&S Appliance Repair (34.2 miles away, based in Wisconsin Rapids, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.9 miles away, based in Stevens Point, 4.4 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Heins Appliance (37.0 miles away, based in Shawano, 4.9 stars from 312 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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer 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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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?
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 Waupaca
Most dryer calls in Waupaca 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 Waupaca
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Waupaca, WI
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Waupaca
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.