A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. The Franklin listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Franklin
40 repair companies serve Franklin from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Franklin itself, and the rest are spread across Chesapeake (8), Norfolk (8), and Portsmouth (5). Distances run up to about 42 miles. 10 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Franklin is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 16.2, 19.6 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
The leading options for Franklin are Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (26.0 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.5 stars from 184 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (38.6 miles away, based in Chesapeake, 4.8 stars from 2,107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (39.1 miles away, based in Newport News, 4.8 stars from 2,512 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Franklin
Most dryer calls in Franklin 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.
Before You Book in Franklin
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Franklin, VA
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Franklin technician which parts to bring.