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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Charlottesville, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Charlottesville
Within 30 miles of Charlottesville there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Charlottesville, and the rest are spread across Fishersville (3), Gordonsville (1), and Orange (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The closest is Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists, about 0.6 miles away. 2 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 11 rated companies in range average 3.9 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.1, 2.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
First up for Charlottesville: Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair of Louisa LLC (25.9 miles away, based in Louisa, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews); VA Commercial Repair Solutions (27.2 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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 Dryer Safety
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
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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:
- 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?
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.
Around Charlottesville
Most dryer calls in Charlottesville 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.
The Board for Contractors licenses gas fitting contractors and individual gas fitter, natural gas fitter and liquefied petroleum gas fitter tradesmen. Source: 18VAC50-30-10, Definitions (Individual License and Certification Regulations)
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Charlottesville
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Charlottesville, VA
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Which areas near Charlottesville do these technicians cover?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.