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 Mount Juliet listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Mount Juliet, TN
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mount Juliet. The rest are spread across Gallatin (10), Nashville (8), and Hendersonville (6). Nearest on the list: Lee Company, around 1.4 miles out. 7 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mount Juliet. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.7, 2.2 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Mount Juliet are Mr. Appliance of Hendersonville - Mt. Juliet (10.2 miles away, based in Hendersonville, 4.9 stars from 616 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Nashville (9.8 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.8 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Lebanon, 4.3 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Madison, 4.6 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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
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 (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Dryer Notes for Mount Juliet, TN
Most dryer calls in Mount Juliet 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
Questions to Ask a Mount Juliet Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Mount Juliet, TN
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Other Dryer Repair in Mount Juliet
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Mount Juliet technician which parts to bring.