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. The Oak Grove listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Oak Grove
Within 30 miles of Oak Grove there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Clarksville (9), Hopkinsville (2), and Ashland City (1). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Of those, 3 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Barnes Repair Company is the nearest, roughly 6.0 miles from Oak Grove. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oak Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.0, 8.0, 8.0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
The leading options for Oak Grove are Barnes Repair Company (6.0 miles away, based in Clarksville, 5.0 stars from 289 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Clarksville (8.0 miles away, based in Clarksville, 4.8 stars from 770 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Clarksville, 4.5 stars from 144 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Absolute Best Appliance (16.6 miles away, based in Clarksville, 4.8 stars from 1,844 reviews).
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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
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?
- 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Oak Grove
Most dryer calls in Oak Grove 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Oak Grove
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Oak Grove, KY
Which areas near Oak Grove do these technicians cover?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my 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 Oak Grove technician which parts to bring.