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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Ripley, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Ripley
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ripley. 1 list an address in Ripley, and the rest are spread across Covington (2), Brownsville (2), and Atoka (2). Distances run up to about 28 miles. Gaines Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Ripley. 2 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 11 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 13.5, 15.9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
First up for Ripley: Sears Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Covington, 4.9 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.5 miles away, based in Blytheville, 4.4 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gaines Repair Services (0.6 miles away, 2.1 stars from 8 reviews); Alexander Refrigeration Repair (18.7 miles away, based in Brownsville, 4.4 stars from 28 reviews).
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
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
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- 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?
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.
Around Ripley
Most dryer calls in Ripley 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).
Questions to Ask a Ripley Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Ripley, TN
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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.