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 Tallmadge, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Tallmadge
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Tallmadge. 1 of them are based in Tallmadge itself, and the rest are spread across Akron (6), Canton (5), and Brunswick (3). 11 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Tallmadge. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 33 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 2.7, 3.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
Closest matches for Tallmadge: Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (8.3 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (7.2 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Eastside Maytag (3.9 miles away, based in Akron, 4.6 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Margus Appliance Repair (24.0 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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 (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Dryer Notes for Tallmadge, OH
Most dryer calls in Tallmadge 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 Tallmadge
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Tallmadge, OH
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Tallmadge
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Tallmadge technician which parts to bring.