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 North Myrtle Beach, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, North Myrtle Beach
Within 30 miles of North Myrtle Beach there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in North Myrtle Beach, and the rest are spread across Myrtle Beach (17), Conway (4), and Little River (3). Dew's is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from North Myrtle Beach. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 36 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.1, 1.3 |
Closest matches for North Myrtle Beach: Appliance Defiance (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 143 reviews); Same Day Home Services (7.4 miles away, based in Little River, 4.9 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SC Appliance Repair (22.0 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in Conway, 4.5 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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:
- 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for North Myrtle Beach, SC
Most dryer calls in North Myrtle Beach 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
Before You Book in North Myrtle Beach
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: North Myrtle Beach, SC
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a North Myrtle Beach technician which parts to bring.