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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Dickson and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Dickson
40 repair companies serve Dickson from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Dickson itself, and other nearby bases include Nashville (21), Clarksville (6), and Franklin (5). Distances run up to about 36 miles. Of those, 11 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Mills Appliances , formerly Soll's Appliance is the nearest, roughly 2.0 miles from Dickson. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Dickson is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 10.2, 23.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
At the top of the Dickson list: Mills Appliances , formerly Soll's Appliance (2.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 152 reviews); All Better Appliance LLC (10.2 miles away, based in Burns, 4.8 stars from 95 reviews); Barnes Repair Company (36.2 miles away, based in Clarksville, 5.0 stars from 289 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Clarksville (33.9 miles away, based in Clarksville, 4.8 stars from 770 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell 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
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Dickson
Most dryer calls in Dickson 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 Dickson
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Dickson, TN
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Dickson technician which parts to bring.