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 Boardman and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Boardman
We found 22 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Boardman. 1 list an address in Boardman, and the rest are spread across Youngstown (6), New Castle (2), and Alliance (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Youngstown, around 1.2 miles out. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 22 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.6, 3.2 |
At the top of the Boardman list: Mr. Appliance of Youngstown (1.2 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Niles, 4.7 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- 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?
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.
Around Boardman
Most dryer calls in Boardman 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
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Boardman
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Boardman, OH
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Do you cover Boardman and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Other Dryer Repair in Boardman
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Boardman
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Boardman technician which parts to bring.