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 Shepherdsville and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Shepherdsville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Shepherdsville. 1 of them are based in Shepherdsville itself, and other nearby bases include Louisville (20), Clarksville (5), and Elizabethtown (3). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The closest is Food Equipment Service, about 4.4 miles away. 15 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.4, 5.5, 8.2 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 42 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
First up for Shepherdsville: Bodewell Appliances (20.0 miles away, based in Lyndon, 4.8 stars from 9,212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Louisville (20.8 miles away, based in Louisville, 4.8 stars from 988 reviews); Garry Skaggs Appliance Service (15.2 miles away, based in Louisville, 4.9 stars from 459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aable Appliance Repair (15.2 miles away, based in Louisville, 4.5 stars from 260 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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 Dryer Safety
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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:
- 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?
- 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.
Around Shepherdsville
Most dryer calls in Shepherdsville 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 Shepherdsville
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Shepherdsville, KY
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Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Shepherdsville
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Shepherdsville technician which parts to bring.