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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Rockwood and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Rockwood, TN
Within 30 miles of Rockwood there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Crossville (4), Harriman (3), and Lenoir City (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: Murray's Major Appliance Services, around 6.8 miles out. 6 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.8, 7.3, 7.5 |
The leading options for Rockwood are Pattersons Home Appliances (7.3 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.5 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S&S Service LLC (24.6 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.3 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pattersons Home Appliances (21.7 miles away, based in Crossville, 4.4 stars from 78 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
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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.
Local Notes for Rockwood
Most dryer calls in Rockwood 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 Rockwood Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Rockwood, TN
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Which areas near Rockwood do these technicians cover?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Rockwood technician which parts to bring.