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 Shelbyville and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Shelbyville
19 repair companies serve Shelbyville from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Shelbyville, and the rest are spread across Murfreesboro (8), Manchester (2), and Fayetteville (2). 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: The Appliance Doctors.., around 1.7 miles out. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Shelbyville. 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) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 15.6, 15.6 |
At the top of the Shelbyville list: Advantage Gas Service (23.9 miles away, based in Murfreesboro, 4.2 stars from 25 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Murfreesboro, 4.6 stars from 348 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr Boro Appliance (24.2 miles away, based in Murfreesboro, 4.7 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Doctors.. (1.7 miles away, 4.0 stars from 26 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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.
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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Shelbyville
Most dryer calls in Shelbyville 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Shelbyville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Shelbyville, TN
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Shelbyville
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Shelbyville technician which parts to bring.