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 Petal listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Petal
Our data shows 11 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Petal. 1 list an address in Petal, and other nearby bases include Hattiesburg (4), Columbia (2), and Laurel (1). 2 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Knight's Appliance Repair, around 7.0 miles out. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Petal is inside its regular service area.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.0, 7.8, 8.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
The leading options for Petal are FixFast Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 3.7 stars from 22 reviews); Sears Home Services (35.3 miles away, based in Columbia); Knight's Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Central LLC (7.8 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 4.8 stars from 12 reviews).
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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Petal, MS
Most dryer calls in Petal 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Petal
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Petal, MS
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Petal technician which parts to bring.