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. The Oakland listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Oakland
We found 32 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Oakland. Other nearby bases include Memphis (10), Bartlett (4), and Collierville (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: Arlington Appliance Repair, around 8.7 miles out. 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oakland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.7, 10.7, 12.8 |
Closest matches for Oakland: Mr. Appliance of Memphis (12.8 miles away, based in Cordova, 4.7 stars from 1,977 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Collierville, 4.6 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Denmark Appliance Repair LLC (10.7 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.5 miles away, based in Memphis, 4.6 stars from 941 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
Local Notes for Oakland
Most dryer calls in Oakland 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 Oakland Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Oakland, TN
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is 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 Oakland technician which parts to bring.