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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Gallatin, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Gallatin
40 repair companies serve Gallatin from within 30 miles. 10 of them are based in Gallatin itself, and the rest are spread across Hendersonville (6), Mt. Juliet (5), and Lebanon (4). Distances run up to about 20 miles. 7 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: RapidFix Refrigerator Hub, around 0.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 31 businesses.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.2, 0.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
At the top of the Gallatin list: Mr. Appliance of Hendersonville - Mt. Juliet (10.9 miles away, based in Hendersonville, 4.9 stars from 616 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Nashville (19.5 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.8 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Lebanon, 4.3 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.3 miles away, based in Madison, 4.6 stars from 38 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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Gallatin
Most dryer calls in Gallatin 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 Gallatin
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Gallatin, TN
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Which areas near Gallatin do these technicians cover?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Gallatin technician which parts to bring.