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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Murphy, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Murphy
40 repair companies serve Murphy from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (23), Ellisville (2), and Affton (2). 6 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Appliance Repair Residential Service is the nearest, roughly 2.8 miles from Murphy. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Murphy. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 3.5, 7.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
At the top of the Murphy list: Appliance-Mend.com (20.4 miles away, based in Waterloo, 4.8 stars from 55 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (7.2 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (14.8 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Appliance Sales, Repair and Parts Center (22.2 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 2,275 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell 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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Around Murphy
Most dryer calls in Murphy 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Murphy
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Murphy, MO
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Murphy technician which parts to bring.