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 Trenton, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Trenton
Within 68 miles of Trenton there are 8 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include St Joseph (4), Chillicothe (1), and Cameron (1). Distances run up to about 68 miles. Of those, 3 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Seaman's Repair Shop is the nearest, roughly 19.8 miles from Trenton. Across 8 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Trenton is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 19.8, 40.3, 58.6 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Companies within 68 miles | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
At the top of the Trenton list: Sears Appliance Repair (40.3 miles away, based in Cameron, 4.8 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (67.2 miles away, based in St Joseph, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Greg's Appliances (67.6 miles away, based in St Joseph, 4.6 stars from 303 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Oliphant Appliance Service (58.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 3.9 stars from 19 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
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
If you smell gas strongly or are unsure, leave the building and call the gas company or 911 once you are outside; do not use light switches, appliance controls, phones near the odor, or anything that could spark. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas
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:
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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 Trenton Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Trenton 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 Trenton
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Trenton, MO
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.