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 Anderson, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Anderson
31 repair companies serve Anderson from within 30 miles. 5 list an address in Anderson, and other nearby bases include Greenville (11), Seneca (4), and Pendleton (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 12 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Anderson. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 2.0, 2.2 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 31 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
The leading options for Anderson are The Olde Homestead, Inc. (27.3 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.9 stars from 1,104 reviews); Appliance GrandMasters (24.2 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.7 stars from 1,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.1 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Boone Appliance (3.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews).
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?
No Heat 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
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
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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Local Notes for Anderson
Most dryer calls in Anderson 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.
South Carolina has no standalone gas piping license; gas lines serving gas-fired equipment are installed under mechanical classifications such as Plumbing, Heating and Packaged Equipment issued through the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Anderson
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Anderson, SC
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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.