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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Kill Devil Hills, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Kill Devil Hills
We found 10 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Kill Devil Hills. 2 list an address in Kill Devil Hills, and the rest are spread across Virginia Beach (4), Elizabeth City (2), and Manteo (1). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Nearest on the list: G H Appliance Repair of OBX, around 1.0 miles out. 1 lists gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 9 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Kill Devil Hills is inside its regular service area.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 1 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.0, 7.6 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 10 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 1 |
The leading options for Kill Devil Hills are G H Appliance Repair of OBX (1.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 748 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smith Appliance Services (7.6 miles away, based in Manteo, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (37.3 miles away, based in Elizabeth City, 1.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coastland Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 3.2 stars from 11 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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 Kill Devil Hills, NC
Most dryer calls in Kill Devil Hills 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.
Gas and fuel piping installation requires a plumbing or heating license, or a restricted fuel piping license, issued by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Kill Devil Hills
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Kill Devil Hills, NC
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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.