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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Forestbrook, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Forestbrook
Within 30 miles of Forestbrook there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Myrtle Beach (17), North Myrtle Beach (5), and Conway (4). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. 7 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. RG & E Services LLC is the nearest, roughly 2.6 miles from Forestbrook. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Forestbrook. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.6, 3.0, 3.1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 36 |
First up for Forestbrook: SC Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Conway, 4.5 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.4 stars from 838 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Defiance (17.5 miles away, based in North Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 143 reviews).
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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell 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
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:
- 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: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Forestbrook
Most dryer calls in Forestbrook 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
Questions to Ask a Forestbrook Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Forestbrook, SC
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Forestbrook do these technicians cover?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Forestbrook
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.