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 Tucker, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Tucker, GA
Within 30 miles of Tucker there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Tucker itself, and the rest are spread across Atlanta (11), Stone Mountain (6), and Decatur (5). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. 11 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Tucker Appliance Repair Technologies is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Tucker. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 3.0, 3.1 |
First up for Tucker: Comfort Appliance Repair of Atlanta (6.5 miles away, based in Chamblee, 4.9 stars from 1,720 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DOCTOR SERVICE APPLIANCES LLC (8.1 miles away, based in Snellville, 5.0 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Fixer Appliance Repair of Atlanta (3.3 miles away, based in Atlanta, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Flamingo Appliance Service of Georgia (5.2 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.2 stars from 2,080 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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?
- 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 Tucker
Most dryer calls in Tucker 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Tucker
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Tucker, GA
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Tucker technician which parts to bring.