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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Thomson and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Thomson
Within 30 miles of Thomson there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Thomson itself, and other nearby bases include Augusta (13), Norwood (1), and Grovetown (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. The closest is WW Restaurant Equipment, L.L.C., about 2.5 miles away. Of those, 2 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 9 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Thomson. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 12.2, 17.5 |
The leading options for Thomson are Sears Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Augusta, 4.5 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of West Augusta (27.0 miles away, based in Augusta, 4.1 stars from 735 reviews); Atomic Tech (24.6 miles away, based in Augusta, 4.8 stars from 2,033 reviews); WW Restaurant Equipment, L.L.C. (2.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews).
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
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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 Thomson
Most dryer calls in Thomson 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.
Questions to Ask a Thomson Technician
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Thomson, GA
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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.