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 Decatur, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Decatur
Our data shows 25 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Decatur. 1 list an address in Decatur, and the rest are spread across Fort Wayne (22), Craigville (1), and Huntington (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: MASCo. - Major Appliance Service Co., around 2.6 miles out. Of those, 2 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 25 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 9.2, 16.3 |
The leading options for Decatur are Sears Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.3 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brook-Mill Appliance Repair (23.8 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 4.3 stars from 104 reviews); MASCo. - Major Appliance Service Co. (2.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 61 reviews); Burns Appliance Repair (20.7 miles away, based in Fort Wayne, 5.0 stars from 135 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks 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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - 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?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
Local Notes for Decatur
Most dryer calls in Decatur 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.
Indiana licenses plumbers statewide through the Indiana Plumbing Commission but has no statewide HVAC technician license, so heating and mechanical contractor licensing, including gas appliance work, is set by individual counties and cities. Source: Indiana Department of Workforce Development NextLevel Jobs: HVAC Technician
In Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Decatur
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Decatur, IN
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Do you cover Decatur and nearby towns?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Decatur
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Decatur technician which parts to bring.