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 South Boston, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, South Boston
Within 60 miles of South Boston there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Durham (11), Roxboro (4), and Burlington (3). The farthest listed company is about 54 miles out. 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Buchanan Appliance Service Inc., about 21.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses. South Boston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 21.7, 21.8, 24.6 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 58 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
At the top of the South Boston list: Sears Appliance Repair (47.7 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Durham Appliance Thrift and Repair LLC (51.2 miles away, based in Durham, 4.9 stars from 173 reviews); Called To Repair (47.0 miles away, based in Mebane, 4.9 stars from 264 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.9 miles away, based in Durham, 4.5 stars from 385 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer 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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
Around South Boston
Most dryer calls in South Boston 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 South Boston
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: South Boston, VA
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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.