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 Olivette, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Olivette
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Olivette. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (22), Florissant (4), and Hazelwood (3). 7 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Repair King STL is the nearest, roughly 2.1 miles from Olivette. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Olivette. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.3, 2.3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
First up for Olivette: Keeven Appliance (9.7 miles away, based in Florissant, 3.6 stars from 149 reviews); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (2.3 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (8.0 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of St. Charles (15.1 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks 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
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?
- 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 Olivette, MO
Most dryer calls in Olivette 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 Olivette
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Olivette, MO
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Other Dryer Repair in Olivette
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Olivette technician which parts to bring.