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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Forney and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Forney
40 repair companies serve Forney from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Forney, and other nearby bases include Garland (13), Mesquite (7), and Rockwall (5). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. Of those, 10 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is TAP - Trusted Appliance Professionals, about 1.0 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.1, 1.3 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
First up for Forney: Affordable Gas Grill Repair (15.6 miles away, based in Garland, 4.4 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Highland Park (18.2 miles away, based in Dallas, 4.9 stars from 1,124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RPS Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Garland, 4.9 stars from 535 reviews); ASAP Appliance Service (17.8 miles away, based in Dallas, 4.6 stars from 296 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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Dryer Notes for Forney, TX
Most dryer calls in Forney 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 counts as plumbing in Texas and requires a plumbing license, with an exemption for LP gas installers who hold a separate state LP gas license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, ยงยง1301.002, 1301.055 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Forney
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Forney, TX
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Do you cover Forney and nearby towns?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Other Dryer Repair in Forney
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Forney
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.