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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Columbus, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Columbus
Within 30 miles of Columbus there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 32 list an address in Columbus, and the rest are spread across Upper Arlington (2), Bexley (1), and Whitehall (1). 6 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Appliance Lab, around 0.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 58 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
First up for Columbus: Appliance Fix Experts (2.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Central Ohio Appliance Repair Inc. (6.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 963 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Grove City, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks 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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- 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 Columbus
Gas line and appliance connection permits in Columbus go through City of Columbus Department of Building and Zoning Services (building permits; mechanical inspections cover fuel-gas piping). Permit office
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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Columbus
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Columbus technician which parts to bring.