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 Sunbury listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Sunbury, OH
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sunbury. Other nearby bases include Columbus (19), Westerville (3), and Pataskala (3). The closest is Appliance Man Columbus LLC, about 7.6 miles away. 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sunbury. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.6, 9.0, 9.3 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
Closest matches for Sunbury: New Life Appliance Repair LLC (14.3 miles away, based in Delaware, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews); Dryer Vent Cleaning of Columbus (12.8 miles away, based in Powell, 4.9 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 266 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in Pataskala, 4.4 stars from 496 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
Have a professional inspect a gas dryer's gas line and connection for leaks and damage. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
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.
Local Notes for Sunbury
Most dryer calls in Sunbury 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Sunbury
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Sunbury, OH
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Other Dryer Repair in Sunbury
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
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.