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 Shelbyville, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Shelbyville
Within 30 miles of Shelbyville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Shelbyville, and the rest are spread across Indianapolis (16), Greenwood (12), and Whiteland (2). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Cord's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Shelbyville. 12 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Shelbyville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.3, 1.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 50 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
First up for Shelbyville: McCollum Appliance Repair (23.2 miles away, based in Greenwood, 5.0 stars from 282 reviews); The Appliance Dr. LLC (16.6 miles away, based in Greenwood, 5.0 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Indianapolis (21.2 miles away, based in Indianapolis, 4.6 stars from 1,054 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fix Experts (20.5 miles away, based in Indianapolis, 5.0 stars from 21 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer repairs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Shelbyville, IN
Most dryer calls in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Shelbyville, IN
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which areas near Shelbyville do these technicians cover?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Shelbyville
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.