Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Nashville and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Nashville, TN
40 repair companies serve Nashville from within 30 miles. 28 list an address in Nashville, and the rest are spread across Goodlettsville (4), Brentwood (2), and Old Hickory (2). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. Nearest on the list: Nashville Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 0.8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
Closest matches for Nashville: Mr. Appliance of Hendersonville - Mt. Juliet (12.1 miles away, based in Hendersonville, 4.9 stars from 616 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Nashville (6.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Madison, 4.6 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Recovery of Nashville LLC. (3.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 148 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell Gas
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
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.
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?
- 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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 Nashville
Gas line and appliance connection permits in Nashville go through Metro Nashville Codes and Building Safety Department (building, plumbing and gas/mechanical permits and inspections). Permit office
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 Nashville
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Nashville, TN
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Nashville
Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.