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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Jackson, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Jackson
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Jackson. 2 of them are based in Jackson itself, and other nearby bases include Chillicothe (2), Huntington (2), and Minford (1). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Nearest on the list: JD’s Hometown Appliance LLC, around 1.2 miles out. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Jackson is inside its regular service area.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 26 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.3, 16.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
At the top of the Jackson list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Literal Appliance Repair (25.1 miles away, based in Portsmouth, 4.8 stars from 29 reviews); Stafford's Repair Co. (30.7 miles away, based in Chillicothe, 4.2 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.3 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
Never turn back on gas that was shut off for safety, and have gas line work done by a licensed plumber or the gas company. 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
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common repairs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What Jackson Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Jackson 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 Jackson
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Jackson, OH
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Which areas near Jackson do these technicians cover?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Jackson
Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.