Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Canal Fulton and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Canal Fulton, OH
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Canal Fulton. 1 list an address in Canal Fulton, and other nearby bases include Akron (6), Canton (5), and Brunswick (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 11 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Home Care Appliance Service - Major Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Canal Fulton. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Canal Fulton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 32 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 7.0, 8.3 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
First up for Canal Fulton: Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (24.5 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (17.1 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Home Care Appliance Service - Major Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews); Eastside Maytag (13.5 miles away, based in Akron, 4.6 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
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.
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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 Canal Fulton, OH
Most dryer calls in Canal Fulton 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 Canal Fulton
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Canal Fulton, OH
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Is my dryer gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Canal Fulton technician which parts to bring.