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 Central Point listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Central Point
Our data shows 10 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Central Point. Other nearby bases include Medford (4), Grants Pass (3), and Klamath Falls (2). 1 lists gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Surgeon Family Appliance, about 2.9 miles away. The 10 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Central Point is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Central Point. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.9, 3.4, 4.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
The leading options for Central Point are Sears Appliance Repair (20.8 miles away, based in Grants Pass, 4.2 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); C&R Appliance Services (5.7 miles away, based in Medford, 4.8 stars from 438 reviews); Just-in Time Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Medford, 4.8 stars from 233 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Immortal Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Grants Pass, 5.0 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat 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
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
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer repairs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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 (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 Central Point, OR
Most dryer calls in Central Point 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.
Businesses that install, alter or repair LP gas appliances, piping or vent connections need an LP gas installation license, and the individuals doing the work need a fitter license, both from the Oregon State Fire Marshal; natural gas licensing was not confirmed. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
Questions to Ask a Central Point Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Central Point, OR
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Central Point
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Central Point technician which parts to bring.