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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Russellville, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Russellville
We found 37 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Russellville. 2 list an address in Russellville, and other nearby bases include Little Rock (10), North Little Rock (8), and Hot Springs (5). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Affordable Appliance Repair Tech in Russellville is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Russellville. Of those, 6 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Russellville is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Russellville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 37 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 2.1, 33.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
Closest matches for Russellville: Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RJ'S Used Appliances (54.3 miles away, based in Hot Springs, 4.9 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (58.0 miles away, based in Benton, 4.4 stars from 299 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chuck's Appliance Repair (55.7 miles away, based in Hot Springs, 4.2 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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 Russellville Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Russellville 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 Russellville
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Russellville, AR
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Russellville
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Russellville technician which parts to bring.