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 Clayton and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Clayton
We found 33 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Clayton. The rest are spread across Dayton (16), Beavercreek (3), and Miamisburg (2). Assured Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 5.8 miles from Clayton. Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.8 stars.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.8, 7.2, 10.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 33 |
Closest matches for Clayton: Authorized Service (21.9 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); Logan Master Appliance (14.5 miles away, based in Kettering, 4.4 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Beavercreek, 4.0 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.4 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for Clayton
Most dryer calls in Clayton 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 Clayton
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Clayton, OH
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Which areas near Clayton do these technicians cover?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Clayton technician which parts to bring.