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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of DeRidder, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving DeRidder, LA
26 repair companies serve DeRidder from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in DeRidder itself, and other nearby bases include Lake Charles (9), Alexandria (4), and Jasper (3). Distances run up to about 59 miles. 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from DeRidder. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 24 businesses. DeRidder is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 7.4, 21.1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 26 |
The leading options for DeRidder are Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 3.9 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.1 miles away, based in Leesville, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Matt's New & Used Appliances (44.5 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.5 stars from 306 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.8 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
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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
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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Dryer Notes for DeRidder, LA
Most dryer calls in DeRidder 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.
The State Plumbing Board of Louisiana licenses gas fitters and master gas fitters for natural gas piping and appliance work, while mechanical contractors remain under the State Licensing Board for Contractors and certain LP gas installations under the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Commission. Source: La. R.S. 37:1367 (Louisiana State Legislature)
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
Before You Book in DeRidder
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: DeRidder, LA
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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.