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 Fairborn, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Fairborn, OH
31 repair companies serve Fairborn from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Dayton (16), Beavercreek (3), and Xenia (2). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 3.4 miles away. Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 27 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fairborn. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 31 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 4.2, 6.3 |
At the top of the Fairborn list: Logan Master Appliance (9.2 miles away, based in Kettering, 4.4 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Beavercreek, 4.0 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.4 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Beavercreek, 3.9 stars from 203 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
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
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.
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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 Fairborn, OH
Most dryer calls in Fairborn 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.
Questions to Ask a Fairborn Technician
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Fairborn, OH
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Fairborn technician which parts to bring.