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 Slidell, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Slidell
Within 30 miles of Slidell there are 33 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 of them are based in Slidell itself, and other nearby bases include New Orleans (5), Metairie (4), and Mandeville (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: St. Tammany Appliances Repair Services, Llc, around 0.6 miles out. 11 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Slidell. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.8, 0.9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 33 |
The leading options for Slidell are Broussard Appliance Service (29.1 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); 1st Call Appliance Tech (16.5 miles away, based in Mandeville, 4.8 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Picayune, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Professional Appliance Repair (29.1 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 232 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
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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 Slidell, LA
Most dryer calls in Slidell 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Slidell
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Slidell, LA
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Slidell
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Slidell technician which parts to bring.