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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of St. Ann, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near St. Ann
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. Ann. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (19), Florissant (4), and Hazelwood (3). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Nearest on the list: Old School Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 29 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.1, 2.1 |
Closest matches for St. Ann: Keeven Appliance (7.0 miles away, based in Florissant, 3.6 stars from 149 reviews); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (4.7 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Appliance Sales, Repair and Parts Center (14.1 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 2,275 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (10.5 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer repairs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
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.
What St. Ann Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in St. Ann 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 St. Ann
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Ann, MO
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a St. Ann technician which parts to bring.