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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Wellston, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Wellston
We found 32 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Wellston. Other nearby bases include Jackson (2), Chillicothe (2), and Huntington (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. 10 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 7.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 31 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Wellston is inside its regular service area.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.1, 7.9, 24.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 32 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
The leading options for Wellston are Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Literal Appliance Repair (32.8 miles away, based in Portsmouth, 4.8 stars from 29 reviews); Stafford's Repair Co. (31.9 miles away, based in Chillicothe, 4.2 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (50.2 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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.
Local Notes for Wellston
Most dryer calls in Wellston 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.
Before You Book in Wellston
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Wellston, OH
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Wellston technician which parts to bring.