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 Tellico Village 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, Tellico Village
Within 30 miles of Tellico Village there are 31 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Knoxville (16), Lenoir City (3), and Maryville (3). A-Fair Appliance Center LLC is the nearest, roughly 5.2 miles from Tellico Village. Of those, 10 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tellico Village. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 31 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.2, 9.8, 11.0 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
The leading options for Tellico Village are S&S Service LLC (11.0 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (18.8 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); Pattersons Home Appliances (20.6 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.5 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ProTech Appliance Repair, Inc. (27.8 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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:
- 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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.
What Tellico Village Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Tellico Village 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Tellico Village
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Tellico Village, TN
Do you cover Tellico Village and nearby towns?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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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.