Serving Simpsonville, South Carolina and nearby areas Helpline · (888) 772-9805
☎(888) 772-9805Call

Gas & Electric Dryer Repair in Simpsonville, SC

Gas and electric dryers heat in different ways and fail in different ways. Here are the technicians serving Simpsonville who work on both.

Gas dryer not heating in Simpsonville?
Tell us whether it is gas or electric and we will connect you with a local technician.
☎(888) 772-9805
✓10 companies listed for Simpsonville✓Independent, not a manufacturer✓Public ratings & distances

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 Simpsonville listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.

Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Simpsonville, SC

We found 37 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Simpsonville. 2 list an address in Simpsonville, and the rest are spread across Greenville (11), Spartanburg (5), and Anderson (4). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Of those, 12 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Byrds Appliance Service, around 1.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 37 businesses.

Washer & Dryer Repair
The Olde Homestead, Inc.
408 Cedar Lane Rd, Greenville, SC 29611
13.7 mi from Simpsonville
★★★★★ 4.9 (1,104 reviews)
DryersWashers
Washer & Dryer Repair
Appliance GrandMasters
2421 New Easley Hwy, Greenville, SC 29611
13.2 mi from Simpsonville
★★★★½ 4.7 (1,162 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Appliance Repair
Sholom Appliance Service & Repair LLC
888 Berry Shoals Rd, Duncan, SC 29334
12.5 mi from Simpsonville
★★★★★ 5.0 (200 reviews)
Dryers
Washer & Dryer Repair
Mr. Appliance of Greater Greenville
1200 Woodruff Rd Ste F16, Greenville, SC 29607
6.6 mi from Simpsonville
★★★★★ 4.8 (1,221 reviews)
DryersWashers
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
700 Haywood Rd, Greenville, SC 29607
9.4 mi from Simpsonville
★★★★ 4.2 (179 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Appliance Repair
White's Appliance
2013 E Main St, Easley, SC 29640
18.8 mi from Simpsonville
★★★★ 4.2 (132 reviews)
DryersWashers
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
205 W Blackstock Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29301
20.9 mi from Simpsonville
★★★★ 4.1 (269 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
1 K-Mart Plaza, Greenville, SC 29605
11.2 mi from Simpsonville
★★★★½ 4.4 (72 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
KWR Appliances
20-A Maple Creek Cir, Greenville, SC 29607
5.6 mi from Simpsonville
★★★★ 4.0 (291 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
3101 N Main St, Anderson, SC 29621
26.9 mi from Simpsonville
★★★★ 4.1 (35 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours

We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.

By the numbers: technicians near Simpsonville
Three nearest companies, miles away1.2, 5.0, 5.6
List dryer or washer & dryer work12
Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews)15
Mention gas appliance work0
Companies within 30 miles37
Open on Saturdays (per listing)21

The leading options for Simpsonville are The Olde Homestead, Inc. (13.7 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.9 stars from 1,104 reviews); Appliance GrandMasters (13.2 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.7 stars from 1,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sholom Appliance Service & Repair LLC (12.5 miles away, based in Duncan, 5.0 stars from 200 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Greater Greenville (6.6 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,221 reviews).

⚡ Get connected with a gas or electric dryer technician near Simpsonville
☎(888) 772-9805

How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ

What they shareBoth types use the same drum, belt, rollers, motor and blower, and both depend on a clear vent. Many no-heat calls on either type start and end with the vent.
How an electric dryer heatsAn electric dryer runs current through a coiled heating element, protected by a thermal fuse and cycling and high-limit thermostats. It needs both legs of a 240-volt circuit to heat.

Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?

No Heat on a Gas Dryer

Drive motorIf the dryer hums but the drum does not move, or it starts only after a push, the motor or its start circuit is tested. On many models the motor also turns the blower wheel, so airflow and tumbling fail together.
Gas supply and shutoffA gas dryer needs an open shutoff valve and a sound flexible connector. Technicians check the supply before the burner assembly, and leave connector replacement or line work to whoever your state allows to do gas work.

Electric Dryer Parts That Fail

Drive motorIf the dryer hums but the drum does not move, or it starts only after a push, the motor or its start circuit is tested. On many models the motor also turns the blower wheel, so airflow and tumbling fail together.
Thermal fuse and thermostatsA thermal fuse is a one-time safety device that opens when the dryer overheats. A blown fuse usually points to a blocked vent, so a good technician replaces the fuse and finds out why it blew.

Gas Safety Around the Dryer

A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation

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:

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.

What Simpsonville Owners Should Know

Most dryer calls in Simpsonville 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

In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.

Before You Book in Simpsonville

  • If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
  • Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
  • Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?

Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Simpsonville, SC

What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Yes. Do not operate switches or the dryer. Leave the house and call your gas utility or 911 from outside, and only call a repair company after the utility says it is safe.
Do you cover Simpsonville and nearby towns?
The companies on this page are within driving distance of Simpsonville. Each one sets its own service area, so check the distance shown and confirm your address when you call.
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Many appliance repair companies service gas dryers, including igniters, valve coils and burners. Work on the gas supply line itself may require a licensed gas or plumbing contractor depending on your state.
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
The common heat-source parts on both are modestly priced, and labor is similar. Gas dryers add ignition parts that electric models do not have. Our cost guide lists published ranges for both.

Related Repair Pages for Simpsonville

Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Simpsonville

Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Simpsonville technician which parts to bring.

One call to reach a local dryer tech
☎(888) 772-9805
☎ Call (888) 772-9805 Talk to a tech