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 Augusta and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Augusta, GA
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Augusta. 16 of them are based in Augusta itself, and the rest are spread across Aiken (4), North Augusta (2), and Clearwater (2). Davis Appliance & Furniture is the nearest, roughly 3.9 miles from Augusta. 4 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.9, 5.9, 6.5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 28 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
Closest matches for Augusta: Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, 4.5 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Beech Island Appliance Service Co. (11.2 miles away, based in Beech Island, 4.9 stars from 159 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in Aiken, 4.4 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of West Augusta (11.3 miles away, 4.1 stars from 735 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer 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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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 Augusta, GA
Most dryer calls in Augusta 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.
Georgia lists the International Fuel Gas Code among its mandatory state minimum construction codes, and permitting and inspection of gas work is handled by the local governments that enforce those codes. Source: Mandatory and Permissive State Codes (Georgia Department of Community Affairs)
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Augusta
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Augusta, GA
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Related Repair Pages for Augusta
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Augusta
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.