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. The Altus listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Altus
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Altus. 1 list an address in Altus, and other nearby bases include Iowa Park (2), Lawton (1), and Elk City (1). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Altus. Of those, 3 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 6 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Altus is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Altus. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 52.6, 52.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 6 |
At the top of the Altus list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 3.6 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.7 miles away, based in Elk City, 4.3 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Schubert's Appliance Repair (59.0 miles away, based in Iowa Park, 4.5 stars from 42 reviews); Jason's Appliance Repair (59.8 miles away, based in Iowa Park, 4.8 stars from 126 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
What Altus Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Altus 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.
Natural gas piping work requires a Natural Gas Piping mechanical license or a plumbing license issued by the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board. Source: OAC 158:50 Mechanical Industry Rules (Oklahoma Construction Industries Board)
In Oklahoma, you can check a license with the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board Licensee Search or report a problem to the Oklahoma Attorney General, Consumer Protection Unit.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Altus
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Altus, OK
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Do you cover Altus and nearby towns?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Altus technician which parts to bring.