A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Druid Hills, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Druid Hills
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Druid Hills. Other nearby bases include Atlanta (30), Decatur (5), and Stone Mountain (2). 7 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Parkridge Appliance Repair Pros, about 1.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Druid Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 2.0, 2.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
First up for Druid Hills: Comfort Appliance Repair of Atlanta (6.5 miles away, based in Chamblee, 4.9 stars from 1,720 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Fixer Appliance Repair of Atlanta (6.1 miles away, based in Atlanta, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Plus Appliance Solutions (3.8 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.8 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Flamingo Appliance Service of Georgia (8.8 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.2 stars from 2,080 reviews).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Around Druid Hills
Most dryer calls in Druid Hills 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)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Druid Hills
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Druid Hills, GA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Druid Hills technician which parts to bring.