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 London, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, London
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of London. 1 of them are based in London itself, and other nearby bases include Danville (5), Corbin (3), and Somerset (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Bundy Maytag Home Appliance Center, around 0.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 25 businesses. London is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 9.3, 14.1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 26 |
First up for London: Bundy Maytag Home Appliance Center (0.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Campbellsville, Somerset, and Corbin (29.7 miles away, based in Somerset, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Somerset, 4.1 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Home Services (43.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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?
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.
What London Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in London 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 London
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: London, 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 London technician which parts to bring.