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 Kirksville and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Kirksville
6 repair companies serve Kirksville from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Moberly (2), Huntsville (1), and Kahoka (1). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Nearest on the list: C&A Appliance Repair LLC, around 46.7 miles out. The 6 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Kirksville is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 46.7, 48.1, 53.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 1 |
First up for Kirksville: Valiant Appliance Repair Pros (48.1 miles away, based in Kahoka, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mid-Mo Appliances (54.4 miles away, based in Moberly, 4.9 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); C&A Appliance Repair LLC (46.7 miles away, based in Huntsville, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Seaman's Repair Shop (58.5 miles away, based in Chillicothe, 4.0 stars from 4 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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
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.
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?
- 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?
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.
Around Kirksville
Most dryer calls in Kirksville 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 Kirksville
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Kirksville, MO
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Kirksville
Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.