The fastest way to narrow down a dryer that will not heat is to know how it heats: a gas burner with an igniter and valve, or an electric element on a 240-volt circuit. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Kingstree, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Kingstree
Within 60 miles of Kingstree there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Myrtle Beach (10), Sumter (5), and Florence (4). Distances run up to about 53 miles. Nearest on the list: Voyager Appliance Repair Works, around 19.4 miles out. Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Kingstree is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 19.4, 32.6, 33.4 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
First up for Kingstree: A to Z Appliance Repair (38.4 miles away, based in Sumter, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (36.4 miles away, based in Florence, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SC Appliance Repair (47.2 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Charleston Appliances and Repairs (55.2 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
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What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer 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
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.
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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 Kingstree
Most dryer calls in Kingstree 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 Kingstree Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Kingstree, SC
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Do you cover Kingstree and nearby towns?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Kingstree technician which parts to bring.