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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Washington and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Washington
Within 60 miles of Washington there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Washington itself, and other nearby bases include Goldsboro (4), Jacksonville (4), and Greenville (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Of those, 8 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Appliance Doctor is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Washington. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Washington is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Washington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 29 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 3.9, 5.1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
The leading options for Washington are Sears Appliance Repair (19.8 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.3 stars from 220 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cavalry Appliance Service (32.1 miles away, based in New Bern, 4.9 stars from 535 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (57.8 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.6 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JB Appliance Solutions (57.3 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.9 stars from 638 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
Have a professional inspect a gas dryer's gas line and connection for leaks and damage. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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:
- 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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 Washington, NC
Most dryer calls in Washington 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)
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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Washington
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Washington, NC
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Do you cover Washington and nearby towns?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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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.