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 Ward and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Ward
40 repair companies serve Ward from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Ward itself, and the rest are spread across North Little Rock (16), Sherwood (7), and Little Rock (5). Quick & Kind Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Ward. Of those, 6 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 54 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 4.4, 4.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
First up for Ward: Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Cabot, 4.6 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kevin Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in McRae, 4.6 stars from 29 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in North Little Rock, 4.4 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.7 miles away, based in Searcy, 4.5 stars from 51 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
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Ward, AR
Most dryer calls in Ward 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.
Questions to Ask a Ward Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Ward, AR
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Ward
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.