A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Gillette, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Gillette
7 repair companies serve Gillette from within 83 miles. 2 list an address in Gillette, and the rest are spread across Sheridan (3) and Spearfish (2). Distances run up to about 83 miles. Of those, 3 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Shield Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Gillette. Across 4 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Gillette is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 21.9, 79.3 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 3 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Companies within 83 miles | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
At the top of the Gillette list: Shield Appliance (1.2 miles away, 4.5 stars from 25 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (81.4 miles away, based in Sheridan, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Company (21.9 miles away, 4.2 stars from 53 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (79.3 miles away, based in Sheridan, 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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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:
- 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Dryer Notes for Gillette, WY
Most dryer calls in Gillette 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.
Gas piping and gas appliance installer licensing in Wyoming is handled by local governments in at least some cities; Casper, for example, licenses gas utility installers to install gas piping from the building out and gas appliances. Source: City of Casper: Plumbing, Mechanical, and Individual Contractor Licenses
In Wyoming, you can check a license with the Wyoming State Fire Marshal Public Portal (electrical licensing) or report a problem to the Wyoming Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Unit.
Questions to Ask a Gillette Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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: Gillette, WY
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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How do I know if my dryer is 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 Gillette technician which parts to bring.