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 North Vernon, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving North Vernon, IN
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of North Vernon. 1 list an address in North Vernon, and other nearby bases include Greenwood (7), Bloomington (4), and Clarksville (4). Distances run up to about 49 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. Of those, 10 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. North Vernon is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Vernon. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 15.2, 20.7 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 23 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
First up for North Vernon: Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); McCollum Appliance Repair (49.6 miles away, based in Greenwood, 5.0 stars from 282 reviews); High Def Appliance (20.7 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.6 stars from 82 reviews); Appliance Professionals Parts and Service (46.8 miles away, based in Crestwood, 4.8 stars from 140 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
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Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- 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?
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 North Vernon
Most dryer calls in North Vernon 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 North Vernon
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: North Vernon, IN
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a North Vernon technician which parts to bring.