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 Athens, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Athens, TN
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Athens. The rest are spread across Chattanooga (7), Cleveland (6), and Knoxville (6). The farthest listed company is about 45 miles out. Of those, 16 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Kitchen Technician LLC, around 17.5 miles out. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Athens is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 17.5, 18.9, 24.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
The leading options for Athens are Expert Services Appliance Heating & Air LLC (35.3 miles away, based in Collegedale, 4.7 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pattersons Home Appliances (30.2 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.5 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S&S Service LLC (34.5 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mike's Appliance Center (24.1 miles away, based in Cleveland, 4.6 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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.
Local Notes for Athens
Most dryer calls in Athens 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.
Gas piping and gas appliance installation permits are handled by local governments, some of which require their own gas fitter license; for example, Chattanooga requires a city Master Gas Fitter License to pull a gas permit. Source: City of Chattanooga: Gas Permit
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
Questions to Ask a Athens Technician
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Athens, TN
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Athens
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Athens technician which parts to bring.