A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Chesterfield and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Chesterfield
40 repair companies serve Chesterfield from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Chesterfield itself, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (11), St Peters (5), and St Charles (3). 10 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chesterfield. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 3.3, 4.5 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
First up for Chesterfield: AAA Appliance Sales, Repair and Parts Center (9.6 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 2,275 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (13.3 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (6.5 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 461 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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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.
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?
- 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?
- 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.
What Chesterfield Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Chesterfield 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.
Questions to Ask a Chesterfield Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Chesterfield, MO
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Do you cover Chesterfield and nearby towns?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Chesterfield technician which parts to bring.