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 Erwin and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Erwin
We found 16 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Erwin. The rest are spread across Johnson City (4), Greeneville (3), and Kingsport (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Of those, 6 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is Prestige Service, about 9.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 16 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Erwin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.9, 13.5, 13.9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
At the top of the Erwin list: Brad's fireside repairs (20.5 miles away, based in Elizabethton, 4.8 stars from 32 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (19.2 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Erwin, TN
Most dryer calls in Erwin 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).
Before You Book in Erwin
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Erwin, TN
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Do you cover Erwin and nearby towns?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is my dryer 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 Erwin technician which parts to bring.