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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Camden and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Camden, SC
17 repair companies serve Camden from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Camden itself, and other nearby bases include Columbia (10), Sumter (4), and Lugoff (1). The closest is Johnnie's Servicenter, about 2.0 miles away. Of those, 5 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Camden. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 17 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 4.2, 9.8 |
At the top of the Camden list: A to Z Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Sumter, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Lugoff, 4.3 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.3 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.6 miles away, based in Sumter, 4.4 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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.
What Camden Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Camden 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
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Camden
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Camden, SC
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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 Camden technician which parts to bring.