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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Orangeburg and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Orangeburg
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Orangeburg. Other nearby bases include Columbia (16), Sumter (5), and Aiken (4). The farthest listed company is about 52 miles out. Nearest on the list: A.M. Home Solutions, around 14.6 miles out. Of those, 12 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Orangeburg is inside its regular service area.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 14.6, 24.3, 27.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
First up for Orangeburg: Appliance Professional (37.4 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expo Appliance Service (34.9 miles away, based in West Columbia, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews); Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (34.9 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); A to Z Appliance Repair (44.6 miles away, based in Sumter, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
What Orangeburg Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Orangeburg 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 Orangeburg
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Orangeburg, SC
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Orangeburg
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Orangeburg technician which parts to bring.