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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Gainesville, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Gainesville, GA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Gainesville. 4 list an address in Gainesville, and the rest are spread across Buford (7), Cumming (7), and Dacula (4). 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gainesville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 3.8, 5.8 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
The leading options for Gainesville are Appliance EMT of Buford (13.0 miles away, based in Buford, 4.9 stars from 4,577 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Inspire Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Buford, 5.0 stars from 180 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Quality (22.5 miles away, based in Suwanee, 4.8 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AT applianceservices/Repair (20.4 miles away, based in Cumming, 5.0 stars from 193 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
If You Smell 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
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:
- 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Gainesville, GA
Most dryer calls in Gainesville 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 Gainesville
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Gainesville, GA
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Gainesville do these technicians cover?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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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.