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 Lake Jackson and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Lake Jackson
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Lake Jackson. 1 of them are based in Lake Jackson itself, and other nearby bases include Richmond (7), Sugar Land (7), and Missouri City (5). The farthest listed company is about 40 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Lake Jackson. Of those, 14 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lake Jackson is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Jackson. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 27.1, 27.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 19 |
At the top of the Lake Jackson list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.3 miles away, based in Pearland, 4.5 stars from 324 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reliant Appliance Repair (38.6 miles away, based in Sugar Land, 5.0 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of League City (38.4 miles away, based in Friendswood, 4.8 stars from 765 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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 Lake Jackson
Most dryer calls in Lake Jackson 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Lake Jackson
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Jackson, TX
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which areas near Lake Jackson do these technicians cover?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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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.