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 Calera and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Calera, AL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Calera. 1 of them are based in Calera itself, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (17), Bessemer (6), and Pelham (4). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Of those, 4 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Advanced Appliance is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Calera. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Calera. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 7.1, 8.2 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 49 |
First up for Calera: OTM Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (28.0 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.9 miles away, based in Clanton, 4.3 stars from 400 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S & S Appliance Parts & Service LLC (17.7 miles away, based in Bessemer, 3.6 stars from 1,492 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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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 Calera Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Calera 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
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Calera
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Calera, AL
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Do you cover Calera and nearby towns?
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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.