Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. The Centerville 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, Centerville
8 repair companies serve Centerville from within 68 miles. Other nearby bases include Des Moines (2), Newton (2), and Ottumwa (1). The farthest listed company is about 68 miles out. The closest is Jim's Appliance Services, about 32.9 miles away. 1 of them mentions gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 7 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Centerville is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Centerville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (68 mi) | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 32.9, 40.7, 50.3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 1 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
First up for Centerville: Sears Appliance Repair (40.7 miles away, based in Oskaloosa, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jim's Appliance Services (32.9 miles away, based in Ottumwa, 4.1 stars from 23 reviews); DM Repair (66.5 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.2 stars from 29 reviews); Valiant Appliance Repair Pros (64.4 miles away, based in Kahoka, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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 Centerville
Most dryer calls in Centerville 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.
Fuel gas piping falls within Iowa's statutory definition of plumbing, and gas lines tied to HVAC, hydronic and refrigeration systems are covered by those mechanical licenses, all issued by the state Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board; people qualified under liquefied petroleum gas rules may work on propane equipment and its piping. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Centerville Technician
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Centerville, IA
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Do you cover Centerville and nearby towns?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Centerville
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.