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 Garrettsville, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Garrettsville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Garrettsville. Other nearby bases include Akron (6), Youngstown (5), and Ravenna (2). Northeast Appliance Service INC is the nearest, roughly 10.1 miles from Garrettsville. 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Garrettsville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.1, 12.4, 13.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 46 |
The leading options for Garrettsville are Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (13.1 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.8 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (26.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in Niles, 4.7 stars from 85 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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- 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?
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.
Around Garrettsville
Most dryer calls in Garrettsville 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 Garrettsville
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Garrettsville, OH
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Garrettsville technician which parts to bring.