Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Lowell and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Lowell
24 repair companies serve Lowell from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Springdale (8), Fayetteville (6), and Rogers (2). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Nearest on the list: A-1 Appliance., around 3.5 miles out. Of those, 8 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 20 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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 24 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.5, 5.2, 5.4 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
First up for Lowell: Mr. Appliance of Fayetteville, AR (13.0 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.8 stars from 492 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Springdale and Rogers (9.0 miles away, based in Bentonville, 4.9 stars from 782 reviews); Gliedt Appliance (5.5 miles away, based in Springdale, 4.4 stars from 174 reviews); Appliance Warehouse (17.5 miles away, based in Farmington, 4.8 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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 Lowell Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Lowell 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.
Natural gas piping and equipment work is governed by the state plumbing and fuel gas codes, and gas fitters are licensed by the Arkansas Department of Health's Plumbing and Natural Gas program. Source: Plumbing & Natural Gas - Arkansas Department of Health
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Lowell
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Lowell, AR
Is my dryer gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Which costs more to fix, 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 Lowell technician which parts to bring.