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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Athens and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Athens, AL
32 repair companies serve Athens from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Athens itself, and other nearby bases include Huntsville (15), Madison (5), and Ardmore (2). Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Jay's Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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 gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.4, 1.8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 32 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
At the top of the Athens list: Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (20.1 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); Jay's Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews); Dr. Dan's Appliance Service (15.5 miles away, based in Ardmore, 4.7 stars from 213 reviews); A & A Appliance and HVAC, LLC. (18.1 miles away, based in Hazel Green, 4.8 stars from 163 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell Gas
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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:
- 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?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Athens, AL
Most dryer calls in Athens 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 fitting work in Alabama requires a state gas fitter license from the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board, which tests competency before anyone performs, supervises or contracts gas fitting. Source: About the Board - Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Questions to Ask a Athens Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Athens, AL
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Athens technician which parts to bring.