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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Sawmills, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Sawmills, NC
Within 30 miles of Sawmills there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Hickory (5), Morganton (2), and Newton (2). 4 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Bargain House Appliance, around 7.1 miles out. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sawmills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.1, 8.3, 10.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 3 |
At the top of the Sawmills list: Benfield Appliance Repair, LLC (12.7 miles away, based in Hickory, 4.7 stars from 107 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Hickory, 4.5 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A1 Appliance Repair Hickory (8.3 miles away, based in Hickory, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Morganton, 4.6 stars from 117 reviews).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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.
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 (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Sawmills, NC
Most dryer calls in Sawmills 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. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Sawmills
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Sawmills technician which parts to bring.