When a dryer quits in Gautier, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Gautier list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Gautier
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Gautier. Other nearby bases include Moss Point (2), Biloxi (2), and Mobile (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 4 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Central Appliance Co Inc., around 7.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 12 businesses.
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.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.2, 7.5, 8.0 |
Closest matches for Gautier: Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Moss Point, 4.0 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.9 miles away, based in Biloxi, 4.4 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.7 miles away, based in Gulfport, 4.0 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gary's Appliance Sales, Service & Parts (14.3 miles away, based in Biloxi, 2.8 stars from 28 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Gautier
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Gautier
Why the Vent Matters
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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 Gautier
Most dryer calls in Gautier 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
Natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas line work falls under the State Board of Contractors' Mechanical classification, while its Plumbing classification excludes fuel gas. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
Questions to Ask a Gautier Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Gautier, MS
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Gautier technician a trip for parts.