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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Ardmore and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Ardmore, OK
18 repair companies serve Ardmore from within 60 miles. 4 of them are based in Ardmore itself, and the rest are spread across Durant (3), Sherman (3), and Ada (2). The closest is Elliott Appliance and Repair, about 1.4 miles away. 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Ardmore is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.4, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 18 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
The leading options for Ardmore are Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (48.8 miles away, based in Ada, 4.5 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.4 miles away, based in Durant, 4.8 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.7 miles away, based in Sherman, 4.5 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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.
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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 Ardmore Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Ardmore 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 Ardmore
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Ardmore, OK
Do you cover Ardmore and nearby towns?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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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.