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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Indianola and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Indianola, MS
10 repair companies serve Indianola from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Indianola, and other nearby bases include Greenwood (2), Clarksdale (2), and Greenville (1). Distances run up to about 52 miles. 4 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Brownlee Refrigeration & Appliance., about 1.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 9 businesses. Indianola is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 23.4, 25.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 10 |
First up for Indianola: Sears Appliance Repair (23.4 miles away, based in Greenville, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.2 miles away, based in Greenwood, 3.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.1 miles away, based in Clarksdale, 4.3 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.3 miles away, based in Grenada, 3.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for Indianola
Most dryer calls in Indianola 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 Indianola
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Indianola, MS
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Do you cover Indianola and nearby towns?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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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.