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 Aberdeen listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Aberdeen
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Aberdeen. Other nearby bases include Columbus (5), Booneville (2), and Steens (1). Distances run up to about 57 miles. 3 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Young Appliance, LLC, about 20.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 13 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Aberdeen is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Aberdeen. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 20.1, 22.0, 23.0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 14 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
The leading options for Aberdeen are Simpson Maintenance, LLC (26.0 miles away, based in Vernon, 4.9 stars from 268 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.0 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Young Appliance, LLC (20.1 miles away, based in Steens, 4.9 stars from 31 reviews).
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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.
Local Notes for Aberdeen
Most dryer calls in Aberdeen 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.
Natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas line work falls under the State Board of Contractors' Mechanical classification, while its Plumbing classification excludes fuel gas. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
Questions to Ask a Aberdeen Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Aberdeen, MS
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Other Dryer Repair in Aberdeen
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Aberdeen technician which parts to bring.