A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Columbus, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Columbus
16 repair companies serve Columbus from within 60 miles. 5 list an address in Columbus, and the rest are spread across Tuscaloosa (4), Northport (3), and Steens (1). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. Of those, 6 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 14 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Columbus is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Columbus. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 3.0, 5.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 16 |
The leading options for Columbus are Sears Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Simpson Maintenance, LLC (24.3 miles away, based in Vernon, 4.9 stars from 268 reviews); Jones washer & dryer repair (56.9 miles away, based in Tuscaloosa, 4.8 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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:
- 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Dryer Notes for Columbus, MS
Most dryer calls in Columbus 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
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Columbus
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Columbus, MS
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Columbus
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Columbus technician which parts to bring.