A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Orrville and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Orrville
Our data shows 28 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Orrville. 1 of them are based in Orrville itself, and the rest are spread across Akron (6), Canton (5), and Brunswick (3). Distances run up to about 28 miles. Nearest on the list: Bennet's Appliance Centers, Inc., around 0.4 miles out. 9 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Orrville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 28 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 7.4, 10.4 |
First up for Orrville: Mr. Appliance of Akron (23.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (27.1 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Care Appliance Service - Major Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Canal Fulton, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews); Eastside Maytag (22.4 miles away, based in Akron, 4.6 stars from 174 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?
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No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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:
- 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?
- 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 Orrville Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Orrville 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 Orrville
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Orrville, OH
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Do you cover Orrville and nearby towns?
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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.