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 West Point listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near West Point
12 repair companies serve West Point from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Columbus (5), Steens (1), and Vernon (1). Distances run up to about 55 miles. Fromm's Appliance & Refrigeration Services is the nearest, roughly 9.5 miles from West Point. Of those, 3 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 11 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether West Point is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from West Point. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.5, 13.7, 14.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
Closest matches for West Point: Sears Appliance Repair (13.7 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Simpson Maintenance, LLC (33.1 miles away, based in Vernon, 4.9 stars from 268 reviews); Young Appliance, LLC (20.2 miles away, based in Steens, 4.9 stars from 31 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
What a Technician Checks 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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for West Point, MS
Most dryer calls in West Point 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.
Before You Book in West Point
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: West Point, MS
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Do you cover West Point and nearby towns?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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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.