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 Covington, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Covington, VA
Within 60 miles of Covington there are 35 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Covington, and other nearby bases include Roanoke (9), Lynchburg (4), and Staunton (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Covington is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 35 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 29.4, 29.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
At the top of the Covington list: Peerless Appliance Services (29.9 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliances Repair and Sales LLC (36.2 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.3 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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 Covington
Most dryer calls in Covington 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)
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Covington
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Covington, VA
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Covington
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Covington technician which parts to bring.