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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Cynthiana and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Cynthiana, KY
We found 13 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cynthiana. Other nearby bases include Lexington (8), Winchester (3), and Georgetown (1). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Mr. Appliance of Georgetown is the nearest, roughly 17.9 miles from Cynthiana. 7 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 13 businesses.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 17.9, 25.8, 25.8 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
The leading options for Cynthiana are Mr. Appliance of Georgetown (17.9 miles away, based in Georgetown, 4.9 stars from 845 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Lexington KY (28.3 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews); EJ's Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Winchester, 4.8 stars from 617 reviews); Wildcat Appliance Repair Services (25.9 miles away, based in Lexington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
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
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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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 Cynthiana
Most dryer calls in Cynthiana 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Cynthiana
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Cynthiana, KY
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Cynthiana technician which parts to bring.