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. The Laurel listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Laurel, MS
Within 60 miles of Laurel there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Laurel itself, and other nearby bases include Hattiesburg (4), Meridian (4), and Columbia (2). The farthest listed company is about 55 miles out. The closest is Stringer Appliance Repair, about 9.2 miles away. 3 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Laurel is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.2, 21.0, 27.0 |
Closest matches for Laurel: Sears Appliance Repair (53.4 miles away, based in Meridian, 4.7 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixFast Appliance Repair (32.0 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 3.7 stars from 22 reviews); Sears Home Services (50.7 miles away, based in Columbia); Knight's Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in Petal, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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.
Around Laurel
Most dryer calls in Laurel 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 Laurel
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Laurel, MS
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Do you cover Laurel and nearby towns?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Laurel
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Laurel technician which parts to bring.