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. The Dunlap listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Dunlap, TN
16 repair companies serve Dunlap from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Chattanooga (9), Georgetown (1), and Monteagle (1). Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is A Realiable Appliance., about 22.7 miles away. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 22.7, 22.8, 23.4 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 16 |
The leading options for Dunlap are Expert Services Appliance Heating & Air LLC (26.3 miles away, based in Collegedale, 4.7 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Masters Appliance Heating & Air (26.5 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.8 stars from 149 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Chattanooga (23.6 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.7 stars from 1,103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.3 stars from 417 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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.
What Dunlap Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Dunlap 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Dunlap
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Dunlap, TN
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Dunlap technician which parts to bring.