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 Union and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Union, KY
Within 30 miles of Union there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Cincinnati (24), Covington (4), and Florence (3). Distances run up to about 20 miles. Appliance repair | Affordable appliance repair is the nearest, roughly 2.4 miles from Union. 7 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Union. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 3.7, 4.4 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
At the top of the Union list: Niceley’s Appliance Repair Inc. (6.0 miles away, based in Erlanger, 4.8 stars from 2,056 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance Service Co (21.1 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 4.8 stars from 1,034 reviews); BA Appliance Repair Service (19.8 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 5.0 stars from 2,073 reviews); GP Express Appliance Repair (16.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 5.0 stars from 193 reviews).
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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
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 Union
Most dryer calls in Union 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 Union
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Union, KY
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Do you cover Union and nearby towns?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Other Dryer Repair in Union
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Union
Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.