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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair in Cambridge, OH

Local repair companies near Cambridge, OH for gas dryers and electric dryers, with companies that mention gas appliance work listed first.

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A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Cambridge and public ratings.

Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Cambridge

37 repair companies serve Cambridge from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Canton (5), Newark (4), and Pataskala (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Advanced Installations, around 7.5 miles out. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Cambridge is inside its regular service area.

Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
480 Downtowner Plaza, Coshocton, OH 43812
22.8 mi from Cambridge
★★★★½ 4.5 (28 reviews)
Mentions Samsung, LG, WhirlpoolDryersWashersSaturday hours
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Sears Appliance Repair
360 E Broad St, Pataskala, OH 43062
57.0 mi from Cambridge
★★★★½ 4.4 (496 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
4100 Belden Village St NW Mall, Canton, OH 44718
58.3 mi from Cambridge
★★★★½ 4.4 (116 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Home Care Appliance Service - Major Appliance Repair
1627 Bruce St, Canal Fulton, OH 44614
59.6 mi from Cambridge
★★★★★ 5.0 (7 reviews)
DryersWashers
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Sears Appliance Repair
2600 Lincoln Way E, Massillon, OH 44646
53.9 mi from Cambridge
★★★★½ 4.3 (83 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
502 Pike St, Marietta, OH 45750
43.1 mi from Cambridge
★★★★½ 4.3 (18 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
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Sears Appliance Repair
1799 Portage Rd, Wooster, OH 44691
58.2 mi from Cambridge
★★★★½ 4.5 (112 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
500 Grand Central Ave, Vienna, WV 26105
49.7 mi from Cambridge
★★★½ 3.7 (9 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Appliance Repair
Chris Allen's Appliance Repair
3300 Dale Rd, Zanesville, OH 43701
22.5 mi from Cambridge
★★★★ 4.1 (28 reviews)
Appliance Repair
Home Appliance Company
406 Erie St N, Massillon, OH 44646
53.8 mi from Cambridge
★★★★½ 4.7 (402 reviews)
Saturday hours

Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cambridge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.

By the numbers: technicians near Cambridge
Mention gas appliance work0
Companies within 60 miles37
Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews)13
Listing Saturday hours21
Distance to the three closest (mi)7.5, 22.5, 22.8
Show laundry appliance work9

Closest matches for Cambridge: Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Coshocton, 4.5 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (57.0 miles away, based in Pataskala, 4.4 stars from 496 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (58.3 miles away, based in Canton, 4.4 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Care Appliance Service - Major Appliance Repair (59.6 miles away, based in Canal Fulton, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews).

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Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats

What they shareBoth types use the same drum, belt, rollers, motor and blower, and both depend on a clear vent. Many no-heat calls on either type start and end with the vent.
Propane conversionsGas dryers are set up for natural gas or propane, and switching requires the manufacturer's conversion parts. That work should be done by someone qualified for gas work.

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

Gas Dryer Parts That Fail

Drum belt, rollers and idler pulleySqueals, thumps and a drum that will not turn trace back to the belt, the drum support rollers, the idler pulley or the drum glides. These are wear parts and are often replaced together.
Thermal fuse and thermostatsA thermal fuse is a one-time safety device that opens when the dryer overheats. A blown fuse usually points to a blocked vent, so a good technician replaces the fuse and finds out why it blew.

Electric Dryer Parts That Fail

Airflow and the ventA long dry time is most often an airflow problem. A technician checks the lint screen housing, the duct behind the dryer and the exhaust hood outside before replacing any heating parts, because a restricted vent can make a healthy dryer look broken.
Heating elementElectric dryers heat with a coiled element. If the drum turns but the air stays cool, the element is checked for continuity along with the thermostats and fuses that feed it.

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

Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer repairs:

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 Cambridge, OH

Most dryer calls in Cambridge 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.

Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Cambridge

  • Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
  • 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: Cambridge, OH

Do you cover Cambridge and nearby towns?
The companies on this page are within driving distance of Cambridge. Each one sets its own service area, so check the distance shown and confirm your address when you call.
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Yes. Do not operate switches or the dryer. Leave the house and call your gas utility or 911 from outside, and only call a repair company after the utility says it is safe.
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Many appliance repair companies service gas dryers, including igniters, valve coils and burners. Work on the gas supply line itself may require a licensed gas or plumbing contractor depending on your state.
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
The common heat-source parts on both are modestly priced, and labor is similar. Gas dryers add ignition parts that electric models do not have. Our cost guide lists published ranges for both.

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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Cambridge technician which parts to bring.

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