Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Park Hills and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Park Hills
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Park Hills. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (11), Belleville (3), and Festus (2). Nearest on the list: Midwest Appliance Repair, LLC, around 18.4 miles out. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 32 businesses. Park Hills is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Park Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 18.4, 27.6, 27.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 59 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
Closest matches for Park Hills: Appliance-Mend.com (40.1 miles away, based in Waterloo, 4.8 stars from 55 reviews); Midwest Appliance Repair, LLC (18.4 miles away, based in De Soto, 5.0 stars from 1,596 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.4 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (59.5 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
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.
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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Around Park Hills
Most dryer calls in Park Hills 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 Park Hills
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Park Hills, MO
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Park Hills
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.