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. The Dexter listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Dexter, MO
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Dexter. 1 list an address in Dexter, and other nearby bases include Poplar Bluff (2), Union City (2), and Paragould (2). Nearest on the list: Reliable Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. Of those, 8 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Dexter is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 15.1, 22.5 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
At the top of the Dexter list: Mr. Appliance of Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau and Farmington (27.0 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.9 stars from 551 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reliable Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 3.5 stars from 11 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.4 stars from 36 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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Dexter, MO
Most dryer calls in Dexter 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Dexter
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Dexter, 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 Dexter technician which parts to bring.