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 Greenwood, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Greenwood
10 repair companies serve Greenwood from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Greenwood itself, and the rest are spread across Clarksdale (2), Indianola (1), and Winona (1). The farthest listed company is about 52 miles out. 4 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 9 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Greenwood is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Greenwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 3.5, 24.9 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
At the top of the Greenwood list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 3.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Grenada, 3.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.7 miles away, based in Clarksdale, 4.3 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (49.4 miles away, based in Greenville, 5.0 stars from 5 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
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Greenwood
Most dryer calls in Greenwood 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Greenwood
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Greenwood, MS
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
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.