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. The Russells Point listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Russells Point, OH
12 repair companies serve Russells Point from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Lima (4), Wapakoneta (2), and Lafayette (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. The closest is Joe's Appliance Service, about 18.1 miles away. Of those, 5 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 18.1, 18.2, 20.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
At the top of the Russells Point list: Sears Appliance Repair (24.5 miles away, based in Lima, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in Kenton, 4.5 stars from 103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Western Ohio (23.5 miles away, based in Lima, 4.0 stars from 373 reviews); Lafayette Appliance Township Repair Service (20.3 miles away, based in Lafayette, 2.6 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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.
Local Notes for Russells Point
Most dryer calls in Russells Point 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
Before You Book in Russells Point
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Russells Point, OH
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Russells Point
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Russells Point technician which parts to bring.