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 Kearney listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Kearney, MO
28 repair companies serve Kearney from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Kansas City (14), Independence (6), and Lee's Summit (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Seniors Electrical and Appliance Repair, about 13.0 miles away. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kearney. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 28 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 13.0, 15.3, 16.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
Closest matches for Kearney: Arrowhead Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Independence, 4.8 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Independence, 4.5 stars from 909 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lee's Summit and Raymore (27.5 miles away, based in Lee's Summit, 4.8 stars from 214 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.5 miles away, based in Cameron, 4.8 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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 Kearney, MO
Most dryer calls in Kearney 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 Kearney
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Kearney, MO
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Other Dryer Repair in Kearney
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Kearney
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Kearney technician which parts to bring.