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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Brandon, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Brandon
Our data shows 37 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Brandon. 6 of them are based in Brandon itself, and the rest are spread across Jackson (20), Pearl (4), and Madison (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. Nearest on the list: Quality Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. Of those, 2 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 1.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 37 |
Closest matches for Brandon: Mr. Appliance of Madison (13.8 miles away, based in Madison, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (13.0 miles away, based in Ridgeland, 4.1 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABCO Air & Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Pearl, 4.6 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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.
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Brandon, MS
Most dryer calls in Brandon 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 Brandon Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Brandon, MS
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Which areas near Brandon do these technicians cover?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Brandon technician which parts to bring.