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 Franklin and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Franklin, LA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Franklin. The rest are spread across Lafayette (8), Baton Rouge (6), and Houma (4). Distances run up to about 50 miles. 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Sugar City Appliance, about 13.9 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Franklin is inside its regular service area.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 13.9, 19.1, 24.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 56 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
Closest matches for Franklin: Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (41.2 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Pro Appliance Services LLC (41.2 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.6 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Acadian Appliance Service (49.9 miles away, based in St Amant, 4.6 stars from 88 reviews).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
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
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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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 Franklin
Most dryer calls in Franklin 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)
Questions to Ask a Franklin Technician
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Franklin technician which parts to bring.