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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Lake Charles, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Lake Charles, LA
Our data shows 31 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Lake Charles. 9 list an address in Lake Charles, and other nearby bases include Beaumont (7), Orange (2), and DeRidder (2). Nearest on the list: Matt's New & Used Appliances, around 0.4 miles out. Of those, 10 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lake Charles is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Charles. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 31 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.0, 1.2 |
Closest matches for Lake Charles: Matt's New & Used Appliances (0.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 306 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.4 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.9 miles away, based in Jennings, 4.3 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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
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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?
- 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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 Lake Charles, LA
Most dryer calls in Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles 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?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Charles, LA
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Lake Charles technician which parts to bring.