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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Wabash and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Wabash
12 repair companies serve Wabash from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Wabash, and the rest are spread across Kokomo (3), Peru (2), and Huntington (1). Of those, 5 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Wabash Appliance, around 0.6 miles out. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wabash. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.8, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
At the top of the Wabash list: Sears Appliance Repair (25.0 miles away, based in Gas City, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wabash Appliance (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Peru, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.8 miles away, based in Kokomo, 3.8 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
What Wabash Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Wabash 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Wabash
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Wabash, IN
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Do you cover Wabash and nearby towns?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
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.