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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Ferguson and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Ferguson
40 repair companies serve Ferguson from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (20), Florissant (4), and Hazelwood (3). Of those, 8 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is 1st Choice Appliance and HVAC Repairs, about 3.1 miles away. 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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 3.2, 3.2 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
Closest matches for Ferguson: Keeven Appliance (3.2 miles away, based in Florissant, 3.6 stars from 149 reviews); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (5.8 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (14.9 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (11.9 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews).
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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Ferguson, MO
Most dryer calls in Ferguson 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.
Before You Book in Ferguson
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Ferguson, MO
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Which areas near Ferguson do these technicians cover?
Other Dryer Repair in Ferguson
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Ferguson
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Ferguson technician which parts to bring.