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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of St. George, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving St. George, UT
Within 60 miles of St. George there are 9 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in St. George itself, and the rest are spread across Cedar City (2), Washington (1), and Hurricane (1). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. 2 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Appliance Solutions of Utah, about 0.7 miles away. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. St. George is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 2.8, 3.0 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 9 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
The leading options for St. George are Mr. Appliance of St. George (2.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,430 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, 4.1 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JJ Service and Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Washington, 4.9 stars from 107 reviews); St George Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, 4.0 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around St. George
Most dryer calls in St. George 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 appliance and combustion system work, starting at the outlet of the gas meter, falls under DOPL's construction trades licensing, and the qualifier for an HVAC contractor license must be a Certified Natural Gas Technician. Source: DOPL Contractor Classifications
In Utah, you can check a license with the Utah Licensee Lookup and Verification (Verify a License) or report a problem to the Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a St. George Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: St. George, UT
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a St. George technician which parts to bring.