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 Crossville and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Crossville
40 repair companies serve Crossville from within 60 miles. 4 of them are based in Crossville itself, and other nearby bases include Knoxville (9), Cleveland (6), and Harriman (3). The closest is Burgess Appliance Services, about 0.4 miles away. Of those, 15 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 40 businesses. Crossville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Crossville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.9, 1.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
First up for Crossville: Pattersons Home Appliances (1.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pattersons Home Appliances (27.4 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.5 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Guy, LLC (44.2 miles away, based in Smithville, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer 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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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 Crossville
Most dryer calls in Crossville 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
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Crossville
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Crossville, TN
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Do you cover Crossville and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Crossville
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.