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 Macon listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Macon, MO
18 repair companies serve Macon from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Columbia (8), Moberly (2), and Marshall (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Nearest on the list: C&A Appliance Repair LLC, around 16.5 miles out. Of those, 5 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Macon is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 16.5, 22.0, 22.5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 18 |
First up for Macon: Downtown Appliance Home Center (55.2 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.8 stars from 399 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (54.1 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.6 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions LLC (44.7 miles away, based in Fayette, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Williams HVAC & Appliance repair service (52.7 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 1 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
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- 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?
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 Macon
Most dryer calls in Macon 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 Macon
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Macon, MO
Is my dryer gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Do you cover Macon and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.