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. The Roswell listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Roswell
40 repair companies serve Roswell from within 30 miles. 10 list an address in Roswell, and the rest are spread across Alpharetta (14), Atlanta (7), and Marietta (4). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Roswell Appliance Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Roswell. 16 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 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 | 20 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 29 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
At the top of the Roswell list: Appliance Care of Atlanta (3.2 miles away, based in Alpharetta, 4.8 stars from 2,520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Atlanta City Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Alpharetta, 4.8 stars from 288 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Davis Smart Appliance (7.8 miles away, based in Alpharetta, 5.0 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mama Bear Dryer Vent Cleaning (6.2 miles away, based in Marietta, 5.0 stars from 561 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
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.
Around Roswell
Most dryer calls in Roswell 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)
Questions to Ask a Roswell Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Roswell, GA
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Which areas near Roswell do these technicians cover?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Roswell
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.