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 Forest, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Forest
Within 60 miles of Forest there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Jackson (16), Brandon (6), and Pearl (4). Of those, 2 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is Rush Appliance Repair Contractors, about 29.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 39 businesses. Forest is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 29.1, 30.3, 30.9 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 47 |
At the top of the Forest list: Sears Appliance Repair (46.8 miles away, based in Meridian, 4.7 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Madison (38.0 miles away, based in Madison, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (38.7 miles away, based in Ridgeland, 4.1 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meridian Electronic Services LLC (43.3 miles away, based in Meridian, 4.9 stars from 126 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Around Forest
Most dryer calls in Forest 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
Before You Book in Forest
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Forest, MS
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Forest
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.