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 Oak Grove listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Oak Grove, MO
40 repair companies serve Oak Grove from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Kansas City (18), Lee's Summit (6), and Independence (6). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Mr. Appliance of Lee's Summit and Raymore is the nearest, roughly 13.0 miles from Oak Grove. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oak Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 13.0, 13.6, 13.7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 44 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
First up for Oak Grove: Mr. Appliance of Lee's Summit and Raymore (13.0 miles away, based in Lee's Summit, 4.8 stars from 214 reviews); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (13.6 miles away, based in Independence, 4.8 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Independence, 4.5 stars from 909 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Shark (26.0 miles away, based in Prairie Village, 4.9 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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Oak Grove, MO
Most dryer calls in Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Oak Grove, MO
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Which areas near Oak Grove do these technicians cover?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
More Laundry Repair in Oak Grove, MO
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
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.