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 Springhill, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Springhill
Within 60 miles of Springhill there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Springhill itself, and other nearby bases include Shreveport (13), Texarkana (5), and Bossier City (4). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Springhill. 12 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Springhill is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 23.0, 27.2 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 32 |
At the top of the Springhill list: Mr. Appliance of Texarkana (45.4 miles away, based in Texarkana, 4.9 stars from 717 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bossier City (39.0 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.8 stars from 470 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in Magnolia, 4.7 stars from 18 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Springhill, LA
Most dryer calls in Springhill 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 Springhill
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Springhill, LA
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Which areas near Springhill do these technicians cover?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Springhill technician which parts to bring.