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 Oak Hills Place, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Oak Hills Place
Our data shows 23 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Oak Hills Place. The rest are spread across Baton Rouge (11), Denham Springs (4), and St Amant (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. 7 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oak Hills Place. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.5, 2.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 23 |
The leading options for Oak Hills Place are Sears Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 175 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Acadian Appliance Service (15.5 miles away, based in St Amant, 4.6 stars from 88 reviews); Ourso Appliance Repair (12.7 miles away, based in Denham Springs, 4.7 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
If You Smell 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
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
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Around Oak Hills Place
Most dryer calls in Oak Hills Place 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)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Oak Hills Place
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Oak Hills Place technician which parts to bring.