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 St. Marys, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near St. Marys
We found 16 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of St. Marys. Other nearby bases include Jacksonville (8), Brunswick (3), and Fernandina Beach (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 1 mentions gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is S & D Refrigeration And Appliance Services, about 7.3 miles away. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.4 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.3, 7.8, 10.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
The leading options for St. Marys are Adept Appliance Service, LLC (29.6 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 3.8 stars from 273 reviews); LC Appliances (10.8 miles away, based in Fernandina Beach, 4.8 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nassau Appliance & HVAC Service, LLC (11.2 miles away, based in Fernandina Beach, 4.6 stars from 56 reviews); service pro appliance repair (7.8 miles away, based in Woodbine, 4.6 stars from 25 reviews).
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
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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:
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for St. Marys
Most dryer calls in St. Marys 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 St. Marys
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Marys, GA
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Do you cover St. Marys and nearby towns?
Which costs more to fix, 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.