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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Covington and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Covington
Our data shows 22 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Covington. 2 of them are based in Covington itself, and other nearby bases include Bartlett (4), Atoka (2), and Arlington (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Covington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 2.0, 11.5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 22 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
At the top of the Covington list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Memphis (28.3 miles away, based in Cordova, 4.7 stars from 1,977 reviews); Denmark Appliance Repair LLC (20.7 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Memphis, 4.6 stars from 941 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
Around Covington
Most dryer calls in Covington 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 Covington Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Covington, TN
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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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.