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 Wauwatosa listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Wauwatosa
Within 30 miles of Wauwatosa there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Wauwatosa itself, and other nearby bases include Milwaukee (19), Brookfield (3), and West Allis (2). Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is Action & Becker, about 0.5 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wauwatosa. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.6, 1.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
At the top of the Wauwatosa list: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (13.0 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (1.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lake Country Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews).
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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
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.
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
Local Notes for Wauwatosa
Most dryer calls in Wauwatosa 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 Wauwatosa
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Wauwatosa, WI
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Wauwatosa technician which parts to bring.