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. The Bellefontaine Neighbors listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Bellefontaine Neighbors
40 repair companies serve Bellefontaine Neighbors from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (20), Florissant (4), and Alton (4). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. Nexus Appliance Repair L.I.T is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Bellefontaine Neighbors. Of those, 8 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 4.2, 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Bellefontaine Neighbors: Keeven Appliance (4.5 miles away, based in Florissant, 3.6 stars from 149 reviews); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (8.1 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Hazelwood, 4.4 stars from 302 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
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
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
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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.
Around Bellefontaine Neighbors
Most dryer calls in Bellefontaine Neighbors 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.
Gas appliance and mechanical trade credentials are issued by local governments; Kansas City, for example, certifies gas-fired appliance supervisors, mechanical supervisors and master pipe fitters. Source: KCMO BizCare: Contractor Licensing
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Bellefontaine Neighbors
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Bellefontaine Neighbors technician which parts to bring.