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 Riverton 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, Riverton
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 107 miles of Riverton. 2 of them are based in Riverton itself, and the rest are spread across Casper (3) and Rawlins (1). The farthest listed company is about 107 miles out. 1 lists gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.3 miles away. Across 4 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Riverton is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.5, 103.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Companies within 107 miles | 6 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 1 |
The leading options for Riverton are Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, lists Saturday hours); T&T Appliance Inc. (1.5 miles away, 3.9 stars from 55 reviews); My Handyman Appliance Repair Plus (105.5 miles away, based in Casper, 4.8 stars from 103 reviews); Drummond Refrigeration & Appliance (105.5 miles away, based in Rawlins, 4.5 stars from 21 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- 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?
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.
What Riverton Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Riverton 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Riverton
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Riverton, WY
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Which areas near Riverton do these technicians cover?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Other Dryer Repair in Riverton
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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.