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. The James Island 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, James Island
We found 31 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of James Island. The rest are spread across Charleston (11), Summerville (6), and North Charleston (5). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. 11 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is D & S Appliance Repair Services, about 0.3 miles away. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from James Island. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 31 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.0, 2.9 |
The leading options for James Island are Charleston Appliances and Repairs (10.8 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Charleston (6.4 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 427 reviews); 911 Service Today (8.6 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Southern Fried Appliance Repair, LLC (6.8 miles away, based in Mt Pleasant, 4.8 stars from 88 reviews).
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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:
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - 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?
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.
What James Island Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in James Island 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 James Island
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: James Island, SC
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near James Island
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a James Island technician which parts to bring.