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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Wade Hampton, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Wade Hampton
Within 30 miles of Wade Hampton there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Greenville (11), Spartanburg (5), and Greer (2). 13 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Wade Hampton. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wade Hampton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 36 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.5, 3.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
At the top of the Wade Hampton list: Blue Ridge Appliances (28.5 miles away, based in East Flat Rock, 4.0 stars from 295 reviews); The Olde Homestead, Inc. (5.3 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.9 stars from 1,104 reviews); Appliance GrandMasters (7.6 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.7 stars from 1,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sholom Appliance Service & Repair LLC (11.3 miles away, based in Duncan, 5.0 stars from 200 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
If you smell gas strongly or are unsure, leave the building and call the gas company or 911 once you are outside; do not use light switches, appliance controls, phones near the odor, or anything that could spark. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas
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
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- 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.
Around Wade Hampton
Most dryer calls in Wade Hampton 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Wade Hampton
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Wade Hampton, SC
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Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.