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 Fort Stewart and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Fort Stewart
Within 30 miles of Fort Stewart there are 16 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Savannah (6), Hinesville (3), and Jesup (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Phoenix Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 3.3 miles from Fort Stewart. 5 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.6 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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 5.0, 5.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 16 |
The leading options for Fort Stewart are Reliable Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Hinesville, 4.7 stars from 134 reviews); Frazier's Appliance & Refrigeration (24.9 miles away, based in Jesup, 4.8 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Appliance Services (18.5 miles away, based in Richmond Hill, 4.3 stars from 94 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.9 miles away, based in Jesup, 4.6 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
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
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
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?
- 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Fort Stewart, GA
Most dryer calls in Fort Stewart 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.
Before You Book in Fort Stewart
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Fort Stewart, GA
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Fort Stewart
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.