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 Live Oak and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Live Oak
Within 30 miles of Live Oak there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include San Antonio (19), Converse (6), and Schertz (5). Universal City Appliance Repair Tech is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Live Oak. Of those, 6 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 35 businesses.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.0, 2.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
At the top of the Live Oak list: Mr. Appliance of San Antonio (4.5 miles away, based in San Antonio, 4.6 stars from 796 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Tweak Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in San Antonio, 5.0 stars from 264 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Comal & Guadalupe (14.1 miles away, based in New Braunfels, 4.8 stars from 1,033 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in San Antonio, 4.5 stars from 915 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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 Live Oak, TX
Most dryer calls in Live Oak 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 Live Oak
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Live Oak, TX
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Live Oak technician which parts to bring.