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 Barberton listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Barberton
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Barberton. 1 list an address in Barberton, and other nearby bases include Akron (6), Canton (5), and Brunswick (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. 14 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Collins Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 38 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 33 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 5.2, 7.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 53 |
At the top of the Barberton list: Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (19.7 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (9.1 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Margus Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.1 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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
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Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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.
What Barberton Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Barberton 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.
At the state level, the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial plumbing, hydronics and HVAC contractors; for residential work the state board may lack authority, and local building departments handle code compliance and any local contractor licensing. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Barberton
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Barberton, OH
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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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.