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 Pikeville and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Pikeville
We found 11 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Pikeville. 1 list an address in Pikeville, and other nearby bases include Jenkins (1), Garrett (1), and Haysi (1). Distances run up to about 48 miles. 1 of them mentions gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Grigsby's In Home Appliance Repair, about 4.1 miles away. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Pikeville is inside its regular service area.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.1, 14.2, 20.5 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
First up for Pikeville: Sears Appliance Repair (27.2 miles away, based in Paintsville, 4.7 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Grigsby's In Home Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wright's Appliance & Small Engine (14.2 miles away, based in Jenkins, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Bolen Appliance Services (20.5 miles away, based in Garrett, 3.6 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Pikeville
Most dryer calls in Pikeville 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 Pikeville
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Pikeville, KY
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Pikeville technician which parts to bring.